OBITUARIES for DECEMBER 2011; TERREBONNE and LAFOURCHE Parishes, La.

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Last Modified: 1 January 2012

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 1 to December 2, 2011

BARRAS, DEWEY 

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Dewey Allen Barras (Capt.), 64, a native of Morgan City and resident of 
Labadieville, died at 12:15 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2011.

A memorial mass will be held at later date.

He is survived by his wife, Juanita Robicheaux Barras; parents, Louise Aucoin 
Barras-Coupel; two sons, Troy and wife, Heather Barras, and Ubain Barras; 
sisters, Betty Willoughby and husband, Dwight, of Panama City, Fla., Emma Jane 
Bedford and husband, Bill, of Panama City, Fla., Victoria Johnson of Nikiski, 
Ark., and JoAnn Zeringue of Soldotna, Ark.; and three grandchildren, Tiffany, 
Hope and Hadden.

He was preceded in death by his father, Joe Barras; and brother, Ubain Barras.

Landry's Funeral Home of Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements.

Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 1 to December 3, 2011

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BROWN, BETTY 

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Betty Duplantis Brown, 83, a native and resident of Houma, died at 5:30 a.m. 
Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Chauvin Funeral 
Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, 
with burial in Terrebonne Memorial Park.

She is survived by two sons, Ricky L. Brown and wife, Gay, and Dale A. Brown 
and wife, Nancy; five grandchildren, Derek Brown, Kelly B. Roundtree and 
husband, Brent, Jaime B. Sticker and husband, Justin, Michael Brown and wife, 
Vanessa, and Byron J. Brown; and four great-grandchildren, Jessica, Makayla, 
Mischa, and Mason Brown.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Lee Allen Brown; and her parents, 
Arthur P. Duplantis and Celeste B. Duplantis.

Betty's watercolor art was her passion. After many years of private instruction 
she developed her own style. Her favorite subjects were florals and romantic 
subject. She has studied under Edgar Whitney, Tony Van Hasselt, Tom Lynch and 
Douglas Walton. She also attended class at Nicholls and Pensacola Junior 
College on occasion. Her travels through the U.S., Canada and Europe gave her 
plenty of creative ideas over the years.

Former two time president of Terrebonne Fine Arts Guild and a current board 
member, she was also involved with the Guild's production of art lesson 
booklets for children. Memberships include Red Geraniums Art Group, American 
Watercolor Society, Southdown Historical Society Museum, Louisiana Watercolor 
Society and The Arts and Humanities Council. She also belonged to Pensacola Art 
Club. She has won numerous awards over the years and has displayed her art in 
Houma, New Orleans and Pensacola. She had the talent and ability to capture 
natures beauty with color.

She was a great mom, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to all and will 
be sadly missed.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Cancer Society .

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 1 to December 3, 2011

DOMINGUE, ADDIE 

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Addie Hutchinson Domingue, 94, a native of Bourg and resident of Houma, died at 
5:20 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Ann Catholic 
Church in Bourg. Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the church, 
with burial in St. Ann Cemetery.

She is survived by her son, Dickie Domangue and wife, Betty; grandson, Richard 
and wife, Kimberly; great-grandchildren, David, Perry, Camille, Sarah and 
Carson; granddaughter, Lori Domangue; granddaughter, Donna and husband, Mike; 
great-granddaughter, Ellie; many nieces and nephews; a longtime friend of the 
family, Gretchen Lennon; and two sisters, Mable Falgort and Thelma Malargie.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Claude J. Domingue; daughter-in-law, 
Mary Ann Redmond Domangue; her parents, Alfred and Cynthia Hutchinson; 
brothers, Magnus, Maurice, John, Ellis, and Alfred; and sisters, Louvenia and 
Stella Hebert, and Ella Domangue.

She was a homemaker and a member of the St. Ann Ladies Altar Society, and a 
parishioner of St. Ann Catholic Church all of her life.

A special thank-you to St. Catherines Hospice Care and Heritage Manor Nursing 
Home; Cynthia Leibel and Maybelle Hebert for the wonderful care, love and 
attention given to their Aunt Addie. God bless all of you.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 1 to December 2, 2011

DOMINIQUE, DAMIAN 

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Damian "D.D." Michael Dominique, 36, a native of Gheens and resident of 
Lockport, died at 7:01 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time 
Friday at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Gheens. Mass will be held at 11:30 
a.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his parents, Tyrone P. Dominique Sr. and Cathy Toups Durio; 
two brothers, Tyrone Dominique Jr. and Trinity Cloud; and two sisters, Kellie 
Dominique and Amity Cloud.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 1 to December 2, 2011

FORSYTHE, MELVIN 

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Melvin Luke Forsythe, 72, a native of St. Bernard and resident of Montegut, 
died at 8:40 a.m. Monday, Nov. 28, 2011.

Services will be held at a later date.

He is survived by six brothers, Blaze Forsythe and wife, Patsy, Edward Forsythe 
and wife, Vivian, Ernest Forsythe, Ivy Forsythe and wife, Patricia, Eric 
Forsythe and wife, Catherine, Lloyd "Johnny" Forsythe and companion, JoAnn; and 
six sisters, Agnes Combs and husband, Bill, Virginia Rousell and husband, 
Phillip Sr., Doris Verdin, Lois Manzella and husband, Jeff Sr., Jeanette 
Asevado and companion, Brian, and Annette Appeal and companion, Jimmy.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Eric Antoine and Elizabeth Naquin 
Forsythe; one brother, Robert Forsythe Sr.; and two sisters, Gayle Forsythe and 
Barbara Asevado and husband, Robert.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 1 to December 4, 2011

GUIDRY, STEVEN, SR. 

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Steven Paul Guidry Sr., 48, a native of Houma and resident of Terrebonne 
Parish, died Friday, Nov. 25, 2011.

A memorial visitation will be from 9 a.m. to service time today at Samart 
Funeral Home of Houma. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. today at the 
funeral home.

He is survived by two sons, Steven Guidry Jr. and companion, Teresa Barton, and 
Ryan P. Guidry and companion, Katie Barton; father, R.P. Guidry Jr. and 
stepmother, Toni Guidry; sister, Candece Menou; two brothers, Paul Anthony 
Guidry and Peter John Guidry; and one grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Sandra Menou and stepfather, Pete 
Menou; grandparents, Robley P. Guidry Sr. and Edith G. Guidry, and Roy and May 
Sampson Montgomery; and brother, Dwayne Anthony Guidry.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 1 to December 2, 2011

ORGERON, SCOTTIE, SR. 

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Scottie James Orgeron Sr., 44, a native and resident of Larose, died at 6:25 
p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday and from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday at 
Falgout Funeral Home in Galliano. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Holy 
Rosary Catholic Church in Larose, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his parents, Arthur "Bud" Orgeron Jr. and Barbara Chouest 
Orgeron; one son, Scottie Orgeron Jr.; grandparents, Adonis and Thelma Chouest; 
one brother, Chad "Chad O" Orgeron and wife, Shona; one sister, Gwen Eymard and 
husband, Monty; and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Arthur Orgeron Sr. and Enolia 
Orgeron; parran, Tony Chouest; and aunt, Dolores Price.

In lieu of flowers, donations for funeral expenses are preferred.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 1 to December 2, 2011

SANDLIN, ALICE 

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Alice Marlene Aldridge Sandlin, 88, a native of West Virginia and resident of 
Houma, died at 11:02 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 27, 2011.

No services are scheduled.

She is survived by two sons, Robert Sandlin and wife, Marsha, and David Sandlin 
and wife, Carol; one daughter, Sandra "Sandi" Sandlin; one sister, Margaret 
Thornton and husband, Clifford; and six grandchildren and three great-
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Worth Brown Sandlin; her father, 
Robert; and two sisters, Edna Mae Roberts and Gail Spaide.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 1 to December 2, 2011

SPATH, ESTHER 

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Esther Riedlinger Spath,89, a native of New Orleans, a longtime resident of 
Jefferson Parish and current resident of Houma, passed away Friday, Nov. 25, 
2011.

The family had funeral services Nov. 30 at the Garden of Memories Funeral Home, 
4900 Airline Drive in Metairie, with 
interment in the Garden of Memories Cemetery.

She was the devoted mother of Louis Spath III (Jean) and Charles Spath (Diana); 
loving grandmother of Shawn Spath, Kimberly Batson, Charles Spath Jr., David 
Spath and Mark Spath; great-grandmother of Charles, Max and Brayden; and many 
nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 66 years, Louis Spath Jr.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to the nurses and staff of 
Suites of Sugarmill for their continuous care and support of Mrs. Esther.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Alzheimer's Association , 2605 
River Road, New Orleans, LA 70121, in her memory.

Garden of Memories Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 2 to December 3, 2011

BOUDREAUX, ETHEL 

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Ethel Boudreaux, 91, a native of Dulac and resident of Houma, died at 11:40 
a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Holy Family Catholic 
Church in Dulac. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with 
burial in church cemetery.

She is survived by her son, Rodney P. Boudreaux of Dulac; daughters, Charlene 
B. Samanie of Houma, and Marilyn B. Guffey and husband, Charles Guffey, of 
Houma; son-in-law, Donald Duplantis; and 10 grandchildren, 19 great-
grandchildren and 22 great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Abel J. Boudreaux; parents, Ambrose 
and Angelic Brunet; daughter, Carmen Boudreaux Duplantis; son-in-law, Richard 
Samanie; and son-in-law Donald's wife, Carmen Boudreaux Duplantis.

She was a parishioner of Holy Family Catholic Church. She loved to sew and 
crochet. She was an active member of her community and made resident of the 
month at Heritage Manor. She was well liked by the staff and residents of 
Heritage Manor. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 2 to December 4, 2011

BUQUET, ALLEN JR.

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Allen Louis Buquet Jr., 64, a native of Houma and resident of Port Allen, died 
at 9:20 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time today at Chauvin Funeral 
Home. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. today at the funeral home, 
with burial in St. Eloi Catholic Church Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Marian Buquet of Houma; daughter, Tammy Boquet and 
husband, Clinton Sr. of Canton, Ga.; brother, David Buquet of Houma; sister, 
Laura Price and husband, Robert "Bobby" of Bourg; and grandchildren, Shane' 
Elizabeth Buquet, Clinton Joseph Boquet Jr., Clay Donald Boquet, Sondrya 
Thunder Powell and Alyx Lighting Powell.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Allen and Rose Buquet; stepmother, 
Elvira Theriot; daughter, Rachel Buquet; and sister-in-law, Lillian Buquet of 
Houma.

He was a member of His House Tabernacle. He was employed by Patterson Offshore. 
He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He was an active member in 
the construction of Veterans Park. He loved to race. He loved to rebuild old 
cars, trucks, and motor cycles.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 2 to December 3, 2011

YOUNG, OBRA, JR.

Rev. Dr. Obra Young Jr., 77, a native and resident of Paincourtville, died 
Thursday, Nov. 24, 2011 at Audubon Health and Rehab Center in Thibodaux.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4:30 p.m. today at Williams and Southall Funeral 
Home in Napoleonville and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Virginia 
Baptist Church in Ewellville. Religious services will be held at 10 a.m. 
Saturday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by one sister, Evelyn and husband, Calvin Steward of 
Napoleonville; five brothers, Edward and wife, Barbara, and Raymond of New 
Orleans, Lloyd and wife, Rose, of Baton Rouge, Rev. Gerald Young of 
Plattenville, and Willard and wife, Jeanette, of Ewellville; and a host of 
aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alvider and Obra Young Sr.; sister, 
Verna Mae Young; and brother, Leonce Young.

He was a retired laborer from Supreme Sugar Refinery.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 3 to December 4, 2011

KELLY, ERNEST 

Ernest Adam Kelly, 77, a native and resident of Terrebonne Parish, died at 
11:10 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 20, 2011.

Visitation services will be held from 10 a.m. to noon today at Chauvin Funeral 
Home.

He is survived by one son, Michel Songy; one brother, Allen J. Kelly; and one 
sister, Evelyn Clement.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Adam and Nina Kelly.

He was a retired lawyer.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 3 to December 4, 2011

TRAHAN, ALLEN, JR. 

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Allen "T-Neg" Trahan Jr., 57, a native of Houma and resident of Cypremort 
Point, passed away at 4:26 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011 at a Houma Medical 
Center.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at David Funeral Home in 
New Iberia. Funeral services will be held at 5 p.m. today at the funeral home.

He is survived by his loving wife, Pam Schouest Trahan of Cypremort Point; 
daughter, Angie Pellegrin and husband, Jason of New Iberia; mother, Eula Mae 
Ledet Ryals of Houma; brother, Darryl Trahan and wife, Connie of Houma; two 
sisters, Carolyn Lirette Trahan of Chauvin, and Darlene Hayes and husband, 
Rodney, of Biloxi, Miss.; two half-sisters, Robin Parfait and husband, Abraham, 
of Houma and Amanda Lecompte and husband, John, of Houma; half-brother, Malcolm 
Ryals of Houma; stepfather, Cecil Ryals of Houma; stepmother, Dorothy Bourg 
Trahan of Houma; two stepbrothers, Danny Ledet and wife, Clarise, of New Iberia 
and Lynn Ledet and wife, Ella, of Houma; four grandchildren, Kristen Pellegrin, 
Ryan Pellegrin, Morgan Pellegrin and Madison Pellegrin; and all his in-laws he 
loved dearly.

He was preceded in death by his father, Allen Trahan Sr.; and half-brother, 
Chris Trahan.

Mr. Trahan along with his wife, Pam owned and operated the shrimping vessel 
"Captian T-Neg". During the winter months he worked as a carpenter building 
numerous houses and camps. In his spare time "T-Neg" enjoyed riding motorcycles 
with his wife and especially loved the time he spent with his grandchildren.

David Funeral Home of New Iberia is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 4 to December 6, 2011

CANTY, CHRISTINA 

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Christina LeCompte Canty, 62, a native of Houma and resident of Murphy, N.C., died due to 
complications of Lymphoma at 2:20 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in 
Houma. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the church.

She is survived by her husband, Ridgeley Canty; son, Shane Canty and wife, Jeannie of 
Bourg; daughters, Shannon Canty D'Antoni and husband, Billy, of Slidell and Carla Canty 
Guidry and husband, Brad, of Houma; brothers, Ronnie LeCompte and Buvens LeCompte Jr.; and 
six grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Buvens LeCompte Sr. and Irene Dupre LeCompte.

She was retired and a parishioner of Holy Rosary Catholic Church.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 4 to December 6, 2011

LANDRY, CLYDE 

Clyde Nicholas Landry, 76, a native of Erath and resident of Schriever, died at 7:05 a.m. 
Friday, Dec. 2, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Monday at St. Bridget Catholic Church. Mass will be 
held at 12:30 p.m. Monday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Verda Landry of Schriever; son, Toby Landry and wife, Terri of 
Katy, Texas; daughters, Alexis Landry Guidry and husband, Steven, of Houma, Tammy Landry of 
Bellavista, Ark., Rachel Landry of Houma, and Jill Pere' and husband, Reed, of Schriever; 
brother, Pervis Landry of Gulf Port, Miss.; sister, Yvonne Trahan of Lafayette; 
grandchildren, Grant Boughammer, Adam Guidry, Corey Frierson, Julia Landry, Sarah Guidry, 
Aaron Frierson, Seth Landry, Simonne Guidry, Hunter Pere', Alexandra Blaisdell, Bailey 
Pere', Riley Pere', Bridget Peyres, Cody Peyres and Kyle Peyres; and great-grandchildren, 
Alexander Frierson and Cason Guidry.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Avenelle and Adeliade Landry; and brother, Irby 
Landry.

He was a parishioner of St. Bridget Catholic Church and member of Clyde Landry Welding 
Services. Clyde Landry passed away after a 13 year battle with cancer. He was a loving and 
generous and hard working husband and father. He touched the lives of many people. Many 
will miss him and let us not forget him.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 4 to December 6, 2011

PLAISANCE, PATSY 

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Patsy R. Plaisance, 69, a native of Larose and resident of Lockport, died at 10:10 a.m. 
Monday, Nov. 28, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Holy Savior Catholic Church in 
Lockport. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by two sons, Ross and Dwayne Plaisance; four daughters, Bonita Le, Monica 
Martin, Angela Plaisance and Kady Plaisance; brother, Roy Rogers Sr.; three sisters, Nancy 
Danos, Marylou Rogers and Irene Williams; and 15 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Murphy Plaisance; her parents, Donisa and Agnes 
Matherne Rogers; son, Mark Plaisance; two brothers, Stanlaus and Winifred Rogers; and two 
sisters, Jane Billiot and Agnes Rogers.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 4 to December 6, 2011

REESE, MICHAEL 

Michael Ward Reese, 58, a native of El Campo, Texas and resident of Bourg, died Friday, 
Dec. 2, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. 
Ann Multi Purpose Building in Bourg. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Ann 
Catholic Church in Bourg, with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Corita Sue Jaubert Reese; son, Michael Benjamin Reese and 
companion, Sheila of Houma; three stepsons, Kenneth Deroche and wife, Angela, of Bourg, 
Whitney Deroche Jr. and companion, Sandra, of Bourg, and Anthony Deroche and companion, 
Robin, of Bourg; daughter, Shawna Reese of Houma; stepdaughter, Cassandra Deroche of 
Galliano; halfbrother, David Lee Reese of Texas; and 11 grandchildren and five great-
grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George Reese and Willie Mitchell Reese; and 
sisters, Donna Reese and Jenny Reese.

Mike was a self-employed offshore consultant who enjoyed spending time with his family. 
Mike was a friend to all, honest, with a big heart as big as his frame and a passion for 
life. Mike will be missed by all who knew him and his generosity. We love you Mike.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 5 to December 7, 2011

BRUCE, IRVIN 

Irvin "Vin" Bruce, 80, a native and resident of Cut Off, died at 1:58 p.m. 
Friday, Dec. 2, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Sacred Heart Catholic 
Church in Cut Off. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Lillian Hebert Bruce; son, Wayne T. 
Bruce and wife, Denise Hebert Bruce; daughters, Cindy Bruce Guidry and husband, 
Mitchell, and Linda Bruce Ellender and husband, Tom; brother, Norman Bruce; 
grandchildren, Michelle and husband, Shane Johnson, Travis Guidry, Lee Iver, 
Dustin and wife, Natalie Guidry, Leeza Iver, Emily Bruce and Kelly Bruce; and 
great-grandchildren, Hanna, Brock, and Brett Johnson.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Adrien Bruce and Jane Lefort Bruce; and 
brothers, Woodrow, Paul, Roy, Hypolite, and Vital Bruce.

He was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off and a U.S. Army 
veteran He was a 4th degree Knight of Columbus, member of Crusin Cajuns, V.F.W. 
and American Legion.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 5 to December 6, 2011

ROBINSON, HELEN 

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Helen Josephine Gautreaux Robinson, 88, a native of Larose and resident of Bayou Blue, went 
to be with our Lord at 4:25a.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Funeral 
services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, with 
burial in Garden of Memories Cemetery.

She is survived by her husband, Ray Robinson; daughters, Patsy Thomas and husband, Richard 
"Woody", and Kathleen Ucinski and husband, Henry; son, Johnny Robinson and wife, Teresa; 
three brothers, Gilbert Gautreaux, Alvin Gautreaux, and Russell Gautreaux and wife, Rose; 
six grandchildren, Michelle Dobson and husband, Barry, Brian Capeheart, Sarah Ucinski, Russ 
and husband, Chandler, Bradley Robinson and wife, Linsey, and Destini and Madison Robinson; 
seven great-grandchildren, Seth, Ethan, and Caleb Dobson, Cade and Colby Capeheart, and 
Jack and Noah Russ.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Noah and Leonise Plaisance Gautreaux; daughter, 
Barbara Hynes; sister, Elda Cheramie Champagne; brother, Ernest Gautreaux; and two sisters-
in-law, Ethel Gros Gautreaux and Lorrisia Callais Gautreaux.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 5 to December 6, 2011

SIMMONS, THOMAS, JR.

Rev. Thomas G. Simmons Jr., 71, a native of McComb, Miss. and retired pastor and resident 
of Zachary, died Saturday, Dec. 3, 2011 at Baton Rouge General Medical Center on 
Bluebonnet.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at 
Baker Funeral Home. Religious services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the funeral home 
chapel conducted by the Rev. Danny Greig. 
Interment will follow in the Milldale Baptist Church Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Marjorie Simmons; two daughters, Melanie Smith, and Monica 
Simmons and husband, Tom Bosley; son, Thomas G. Simmons III and wife, Rebecca; an adoptive 
son, Ray Cobb; sister, Evelyn Miller; brother, Henry Gene Simmons Sr. and wife, Evelyn; two 
sisters-in-law, Mary Margaret Simmons and Thelma Simmons; and seven grandchildren and two 
great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Sidney Scott Simmons; son-in-law, Donald 
Smith; sister, Mary Ruth Vaden; and three brothers, Thomas Walter Simmons, Edgar T. "Jack" 
Simmons and Billy S. Simmons.

He was a former board member of the La. Baptist Convention.

Baker Funeral Home of Baker is in charge of arrangements.

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CANTRELLE, KELLY 

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Kelly Joseph Cantrelle, 48, was called by God into His arms after a courageous battle with 
lung cancer at 12:10 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Christian Fellowship Church in 
Larose. Religious services will follow at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church.

He is survived by his wife, Stephanie Richard Cantrelle; son, Jeremy Joseph Cantrelle; 
brothers, Timothy Cantrelle and Jules Cantrelle; and sisters, Debra Cantrelle Pellegrin, 
Cindy Cantrelle, Tina Cantrelle Fonseca and Wendy Cantrelle Perez.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jules Sr. and Louella Defelice Cantrelle; and 
brother, Tracy Cantrelle.

He was a tugboat captain employed by Crosby Tugs. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and spending 
time with family and friends. He will be missed.

"The Lord is my Shepard, I shall not want."

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements.

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CHAMPAGNE, NAOMI 

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Naomi Lynn Champagne, 28, a native and resident of Raceland, died Saturday, Dec. 3, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Mary Catholic Church in 
Raceland. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her fiance, Abel Barlow Jr.; her mother, Julie Morgan Champagne; two 
sons, Sebastian Chavez and Abel Barlow III; daughter, Lovelynn Barlow; brother, Derek 
Champagne; sister, Harley Morgan; and grandparents, Melvin and Annette Chiasson, and Gene 
and Katherine Champagne.

She was preceded in death by her father, Brian Champagne.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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FRECHE, ETHEL 

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Ethel Mary Adams Freche, 84, a native of Plaquemine and resident of Metairie, died 
Saturday, Dec. 3, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time today at Holy Savior Catholic Church in 
Lockport. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her son, Terrance "Bubba" Freche; daughter, Bonnie Freche Fonseca; 
grandchildren, Gina Voiron, Debbie Fletcher, Brandy Lybarger, Tonya Doherty, Brud Fonseca 
and Kristy Bourgeois; two sisters, Shirley Adams Bourgeois and Marion Adams Loupe; and six 
grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Freche Sr.; her parents, Gabriel and Mabel 
Gautreaux Adams; son, Edward Freche Jr.; two brothers, Lawrence and Terrance Adams; and 
sister, Dorothy Adams Detillier.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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GAUTREAUX, BYRON 

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Byron Charles Gautreaux, 57, a native of Galliano and resident of Raceland, died at 11:20 
a.m. Friday, Dec. 2, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church 
in Cut Off. Mass will be held at noon Wednesday at the church, with 
burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Galliano.

He is survived by his wife, Jodie Gautreaux; his mother, Doris Gautreaux; son, Chance 
Gautreaux; two brothers, Dwight Gautreaux Sr. and Brendon Gautreaux; and four sisters, 
Desma Gisclair, Gwen Charpentier, Veronica Theriot and Bonnie Toepfer.

He was preceded in death by his father, Medric Gautreaux; son, Hilary James Gautreaux; and 
two brothers, Medric "Jim" Gautreaux and Maurice Gautreaux.

He was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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LEWIS, NATHANIEL 

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Nathaniel "Nat" Lewis, 79, a native of Plattenville, died Saturday, Dec. 3, 2011 at his 
residence in Labadieville.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4:30 p.m. today at Williams and Southall Funeral Home in 
Napoleonville and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Wesley United Methodist Church 
in Napoleonville. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Octavia Jamison Lewis of Labadieville; daughter, Natalie Lewis 
of River Ridge; sister, Alice and husband, Joe O'Neal of Marysville, Calif.; brothers-in-
law, Lawrence and wife, Gloria Jamison, and Kenneth and wife, Luburda Myers; and a host 
nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Chester and Rita Ausuma Lewis; and brothers, 
Albert and Arthur Lewis.

He was the head athletic coach at the former W.H. Reed High School, served as principal of 
Napoleonville Junior High School, and past director of Transportation for the Assumption 
Parish Public School System and Interim Superintendent. He was also a U.S. Army veteran.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements.

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LOGNION, PETER 

Peter "Dallas" Lognion, 89, a resident of Thibodaux, died at 11:40 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at St. Philomena Catholic Church. 
Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, great-grandnieces, 
great-grandnephews, great-great-grandnieces and nephews, and numerous godchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Lorita Trahan Lognion; his parents, George and Martha 
Pepper Lognion; brother, Leroy Lognion; and sister, Mabel Lognion Lacomb.

Landry's Funeral Home of Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements.

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RHODES, RITA 

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Rita Blanche Boudreaux Rhodes, 89, a native and lifelong resident of Houma in Terrebonne 
Parish, died at 1:50 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011 in her home in the presence of family.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Chauvin Funeral Home, 5899, La. 311 in 
Houma, with a recitation of the Rosary at 7 p.m. Visitation will resume from 8 a.m. to 
funeral time Thursday at the funeral home. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. 
Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church, with 
burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2 Mausoleum.

Rita is survived by two sons, Michael Glenn Rhodes and wife, Roslyn, of Thibodaux and Keith 
Anthony Rhodes of Walker; daughter and caregiver, Kathy Ann Rhodes of Houma; five 
grandchildren, Glenn Rhodes and wife, Maria, Van Rhodes, Jill Rhodes and fiance', Brian 
Chadwick, Marci Rhodes Henning and husband, Eric, and Ray Paul Rhodes and wife, Christy; 
eight great-grandchildren, Carson Henning, Ray Paul "RJ" Rhodes Jr., Scarlett Henning, 
Aubrey Henning, Brody Henning, Preston Rhodes, Brayden Rhodes and Jewell Henning; and two 
soon-to-be step-great-grandchildren, Myles and Cameron Chadwick, as well as two more on the 
way.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Rhodes; her parents, Henry and Angelina 
Champagne Boudreaux; two brothers, Andrew and Rudolph Boudreaux; and four sisters, Marie 
Fonseca, Irene Matherne, Nellie Malbrough and Aline Darcey.

She was a homemaker and former kindergarten teacher founding the Humpty Dumpty 
Kindergarten. She was then the first kindergarten teacher with Maria Immacolata Catholic 
School. She was an accomplished and award winning artist as well as a former president and 
lifetime member of the Terrebonne Fine Arts Guild. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, sewing, 
painting, arts and crafts, and just being with her family and friends. Over the years, Rita 
participated in a variety of organizations including but not limited to the Terrebonne Fine 
Arts Guild, Catholic Daughters, Boy Scouts, Vandebilt Band Boosters and American 
Hemerocallis Society.

Pallbearers are Michael Rhodes, Glenn Rhodes, Van Rhodes, Ray Paul Rhodes, Stanton Rhodes 
and Brian Chadwick.

Honorary pallbearers are Keith Rhodes and Kathy Rhodes.

She was a parishioner of St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made on her behalf to the U.S. Coast Guard 
Ship LST 793 Group (www.lst793.com), the Terrebonne Fine Arts Guild or any other charity of 
your choosing.

The family thanks the many caregivers including the Medical Team and Hospice of South 
Louisiana for their help and support.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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RICHOUX, ANNA 

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Anna Mae Rodrigue Richoux, 88, a native of Larose and resident of Valentine, died at 8:22 
p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in 
Larose. Mass will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by one son, Whitney "Sonny" Richoux and wife, Annirie; daughter-in-law, 
Janice Gros Richoux; four daughters, Mary Adams and husband, Robert, Dolores Delaune and 
husband, Jessie Jr., Evelyn Matherne and husband, Roy Jr. "R.J.", and Donna Theriot and 
husband, Jimmie; half brother, Valcour "Val" Rodrigue; two sisters, Edith R. Punch 
Cunningham and Ida R. Toups; three half sisters, Joyce R. Aaron, Patsy R. Bourgeois and 
Judith "Judy" R. Johnson; and 15 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren and three great-
great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Whitney Richoux; parents, Alcide and Annie 
Delaune Rodrigue, stepmother, Rose Mary Walsh Rodrigue; son, Gerald Richoux; five brothers, 
Walter, Clifton, Warren, Alcide, and Murphy Rodrigue; two sisters, Doris Rodrigue and 
Dorothy R. Loupe; and grandson, Chad Delaune.

"Ma Choux" loved children and was well known for her baby cloths that she sewed and 
crocheted. Her deep religious faith was an inspiration to all who knew her. A parishioner 
of Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Larose, she was a member of the Ladies Altar 
Society and Adorer of Our Perpetual Adoration Chapel

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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VERRETT, DAMIYAHN 

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Damiyahn "Slap" Verrett, 33 a native and resident of Raceland, died Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2011 
in an automobile accident.

Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of New Vision 
Baptist Church and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the funeral at New Vision 
Church, 1949 Hwy 182, Raceland, LA on Tuesday, December 6, 2011 at 11:00 AM Interment 
Morning Star Cemetery, Raceland.

He is survived by his mother, Debra Verrett; stepfather, Lionel Harris Sr.; children, 
Tacara, Takasia, and Damesha Atkins, and Damiyahn and Damiyahca; siblings, Taj Harris, 
Sareel Poindexter, Earl Christopher Davis, Renesha Randall and Catrina Jefferson; and a 
host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Leroy Gray; and siblings, Devon and Devonta 
Verrett.

Robottom Mortuary of Reserve is in charge of arrangements.

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ANDOLSEK, MARY JACQUELINE 

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Mary Jacqueline Levert Andolsek, 73, a longtime resident of Thibodaux, passed 
away at 1:25 p.m. Monday, Dec. 5, 2011 at her home in the company of family and 
friends.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. John Catholic 
Church. Religious services will be held at noon Friday at the church, with 
burial to follow in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Louis Andolsek Sr.; son, Louis 
"Andy" Andolsek Jr. and wife, Julie; daughter, Renee Andolsek Jennings and 
husband, Mickey; five grandchildren, Chris Clement, Ashton Andolsek Bonvillain 
and husband, Kevin, Chase Clement, Michael Andolsek and Clint Clement; and two 
extended grandchildren, Jacob and Joshua Jennings.

She was preceded in death by her parents, L.C. "DiDi" Levert Jr. and Winston 
"Bink" Levert; and son, Eric T. Andolsek.

She was a devoted wife and mother and was a parishioner of St. John the 
Evangelist Catholic Church.

Many thanks to all that comfort and assisted her during her illness and have 
offered comfort during this time of sorrow.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial donations be made to the Eric 
Andolsek Charitable Fund, Inc. 2223 St. Mary Street Thibodaux, LA 70301.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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AUTHEMENT, SARAH 

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Sarah Tabor Authement, 61, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Schriever, died 
Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Thibodaux Funeral 
Home. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, 
with burial at First Baptist Cemetery in Thibodaux.

She is survived by her companion, Howard "Buddy" Martin; her mother, Dorothy 
Tabor; son, Edwin Eumont; daughter, Stacie Tullos; brother, William Pierce; 
sisters, Kelly Alfonso, Regina Lang, Gwendolyn Bouvier and Charlene Noel; and 
two grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her father, Aldon Tabor; and brother, Michael 
Shounders.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the family for funeral expenses.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BOUDREAUX, SHIRLEY 

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Shirley Chiasson Richard Boudreaux, 80, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died 
Monday, Dec. 5, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time today at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral 
in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with burial in 
the church cemetery.

She is survived by her children, Sharon Thibodaux, Charmaine Renfroe, Mona 
Roberts, Christine Landry, Susan Allemand, Elaine Saujon and Ernest Richard Jr.; 
three stepsons; and 20 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Ernest Richard Sr.; second 
husband, Elmo Boudreaux Sr.; her parents, Alcee and Laura Chiasson; and 
siblings, Dennis Chiasson, Mae Morvant, Leonise Gauthier, Maria Morvant, Rita 
Thibodeaux, Clarence Chiasson, Huey Chiasson and Rose Mae Chiasson.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BUIE, BETTIE 

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Elizabeth "Bettie" Landry Buie, 83, passed away on Monday, Dec. 5, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Greenoaks Funeral Home and from 
9:30 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Greenwell 
Spring. Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the church, with interment to 
follow in Greenoaks Memorial Park. For a full obituary and for a place to leave 
condolences, please visit www.greenoaksfunerals.com.

Greenoaks Funeral Home of Baton Rouge is in charge of arrangements.

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JOHNSON, EARL 

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Earl "Six" Johnson, 70, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Alexandria, died at 
9:45 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, 2011.

Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to funeral time Saturday at First Evergreen Baptist Church 
in Alexandria. Religious services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the church.

He is survived by his wife, Merla Renae Johnson; sons, Earl Jr. and Leonard Johnson, Lester 
Daniels and Troy Coleman; daughters, Darlene and Dedera Johnson of Houma, Sabrina Wilkins 
of Alexandria, Regina Conrad of Houma and Priscilla Conrad of Las Vegas; brother, Earl 
Tyrone Hasley of Morgan City; sisters, Rosella Jackson, Lucinda Thomas, Judy Williams and 
Lorraine Gauno all of Houma; and 23 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wives, Mary B. Johnson and Daisy D. Johnson; his parents, 
Ellis LaGarde and Rosie Johnson; grandchildren, KShawn Williams and Symone Conrad; 
daughter, Cheryl Johnson; and sister, Ora Mae Dark.

He was Baptist and retired.

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LEBLANC, RONALD 

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Ronald Phillip LeBlanc, 65, a native and resident of Houma, lost his long and courageous 
battle with cancer on Monday, Dec. 5, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9:30 a.m. to 
funeral time Friday at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. Friday 
at the church, with burial in St. Elie Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Carolina "Noonie" Pellegrin LeBlanc; one daughter, Kayla 
LeBlanc and fiance, Bronson Verdin; two sons, Corey and Keith LeBlanc; three grandchildren, 
Chellsey, Madilyn, and Kobe LeBlanc; seven brothers, Druis LeBlanc and wife, Lilly, Alvin 
"A.J." LeBlanc Jr., Eugene LeBlanc and wife, Esmeralda, Dale LeBlanc, Barry "Duck" LeBlanc 
and Darry "Duck" LeBlanc; five sisters, Joyce Dehart and husband, Leroy, Caroline Trosclair 
and husband, John Benny, Shirley Guy and husband, Eugene, Sandra Hutchinson and husband, 
Kevin, and Eunice "Sis" Cangelosi and husband, Nick; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin LeBlanc Sr. and Eunice Lebouef LeBlanc; 
three brothers, Francis, Charles, and Carroll LeBlanc; and two sisters, Kathy LeBlanc Ledet 
and Rita Mae LeBlanc Lebouef.

Ronald was a process server for the law firm of Michael X. St. Martin for 44 years. He love 
his job and enjoyed meeting people. Ronald was a great father. He had a huge heart and 
always went out of his way to help everyone. Maintaining his well-known sense of humor till 
the end, he will be greatly missed.

The family would like to express their appreciation to Dr. Robert Gamble for his 
exceptional care and compassion. Also, to his employer Michael X. St. Martin for all his 
generosity

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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LIPARI, JAKE 

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Jake P. Lipari, 90, a native of Franklin and lifelong resident of Patterson, passed away at 
6:01 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011, at Teche Regional Medical Center.

A gathering of family and friends will be from 7 a.m. to funeral time today at St. Joseph 
Catholic Church in Patterson, with a rosary being prayed at 10 a.m. Mass will follow at 11 
a.m. today at the church, with 
burial to follow in the church cemetery. 
The Rev. Michael Russo will officiate the services.

He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Genevieve Dragna Lipari of Patterson; five sons, 
Peter J. Lipari and wife, Rose Ann, of Patterson, Andrew J. Lipari and wife, Becki, of 
Conroe, Texas, Jake Lipari Jr. and wife, Paulette, of Houma, Chris F. Lipari and wife, 
Cheryl, of Patterson and Joe M. Lipari and wife, Sue, of Houston; 10 grandchildren, Lia K. 
Lipari of Patterson, Jacob V. Lipari of Patterson, Jason J. Lipari of San Diego, Jamie 
Schultze of Spring, Texas, Jacob G. Lipari III of New Orleans, Nicholas G. Lipari of 
Lafayette, Ryan V. Lipari of Patterson, Damon G. Lipari of Denham Springs, Katie A. Lipari 
of Houston, and Mark J. Lipari of Rock Springs, Wyo.; and 11 great-grandchildren and 
numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Pietro Lipari and Leonarda Piranio Lipari; four 
brothers, his twin, Joseph Lipari (infant), Leo P. Lipari, Luke P. Lipari and Mike P. 
Lipari; and seven sisters, Josephine Lipari, Rosie Lipari, Frances Lipari Carlino, Lucy P. 
Lipari, Carrie P. Lipari, Rosie P. Lipari and Mary Lipari Abate.

Mr. Jake was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, having served during WWII. After the war, 
he returned to Patterson and joined his father and three older brothers on the family 
sugarcane farm, Lipari Brothers, of which he retired in 1983 when they closed the farm. He 
went on to work for 24 years as grounds maintenance at the Patterson State Bank. He was 
also a Fourth Degree member of the Knights of Columbus, Patterson Council 1710.

He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, who lived life to the 
fullest and always had a smile on his face.

Pallbearers will be Jacob V. Lipari, Jason J. Lipari, Nicholas G. Lipari, Ryan V. Lipari, 
Damon G. Lipari, and Mark J. Lipari. Honorary pallbearers will be Gus Lipari, Luke Lipari, 
Louis Lipari, Lenny Lipari, L. P. Lipari, V. J. Abate, Peter M. Lipari, Gerard Lipari, 
Joseph L. Carlino, Lucas M. Carlino, Jeff Schultze, Frankie Lipari and Ronnie Lipari.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial donations be made to the St. Joseph 
Catholic Church, 1011 First St., PO Box 219, Patterson, LA, 70392.

To view the online obituary and memory book please visit www.iberts.com.

Ibert's Mortuary of Patterson is in charge of arrangements.

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PORTIER, BEULAH 

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Beulah Hebert Portier, 88, a native and resident of Houma, died at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 5, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. Mass 
will be held at 11 a.m. today at the funeral home.

She is survived by her husband, Hayes J. Portier Sr.; three sons, Richard and Daniel 
Hebert, and Connely Hebert and wife, Donna; five daughters, Bernice H. Parrish and husband, 
Michael, Debra H. Kay and husband, Mark, Rosanna Hebert, Pat H. Leblanc and husband, Randy, 
and June Hebert; daughter-in-law, Diann; and 28 grandchildren, 75 great-grandchildren and 
five great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Hebert Sr.; her parents, Evest John and 
Rosanna Marie Price Boudreaux; son, Harold Hebert Jr.; three daughters, Evelyn, Roxanne, 
and Anna Mae Hebert; two brothers, Noltyn and "Ranny" Anthony Boudreaux; three sisters, 
Elfrey Falgout, Vienna Belanger and Velma Boudreaux; and great-grandchild, Kimberly 
Brockwell.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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STEWART, THELMA 

Thelma Marie Crosby Stewart, 66, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, died Sunday, Dec. 
4, 2011.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor 
Catholic Church in Golden Meadow. Mass will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at the church, with 
burial at Cheramie Cemetery in Galliano.

She is survived by two sons, Chester Stewart and wife, Cheri, and Lester Stewart; three 
daughters, Rebecca Verdin S. Dupre, Celesta Stewart and husband, Roberto Carlos Guardado 
and Esther Stewart and husband, Daryl Martin; five sisters, Bernice Dardar, Erma Neucere, 
Sylvasia Callais, Joyce Crosby and Ancylee Crosby; and 11 grandchildren and 11 great-
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Georgina Lee Crosby; son, Wayne Verdin 
Stewart; and three brothers, Eunice, Vernice, and Vinnis Crosby.

She was Catholic.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements.

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AUTIN, DAVID 

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Dr. David Louis Autin, 59, died Monday, Dec. 5, 2011.

The family requests that visitation be observed from 3 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to 
funeral time Friday in Martin & Castille's Downtown location. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. 
Friday at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, with 
interment in St. John Cemetery. 
A Rosary will be recited by Drew Schifani at 6 p.m. today at the funeral home.

The Rev. Chester Arceneaux, Rector of Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, will be the 
Celebrant of the funeral Mass and will conduct the funeral services. The Rev. F. Hampton 
Davis III and Rev. Monsignor Keith J. DeRouen will serve as concelebrants. Gift bearers and 
Eulogists will be his children, Julia Autin, Dr. Robert Autin and Camille Autin. Members of 
the Immaculate Heart of Mary People's Choir, under the direction of Cartez Winters, will 
sing for the services.

He is survived by two daughters, Julia Marie Autin and Camille Marie Autin; son, Dr. Robert 
Louis Autin, all of Lafayette; their mother, Joanie Domengeaux Autin of Lafayette; his 
father, Ruby Louis Autin of Thibodaux; and four sisters, Drusilla Schifani of Memphis, 
Tenn., Pamela Fossier of Lafayette, Audrey Henkel of Athens, Ga., and Loretta Register of 
Paragould, Ark.; and numerous nieces and nephews, with whom he shared a close bond.

He was preceded in death by his son, Eraste Thomas Autin; his mother, Ora Legendre Autin; 
and sister, Deanie Coman.

A native of Thibodaux and resident of Lafayette for most of his life, Dr. Autin was a 
loving father, son, brother and friend to all who knew him. He attended Mount Carmel 
School, Thibodaux College Elementary and E.D. White Catholic High School before graduating 
from USL in Lafayette and LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans in 1978, completing his 
residency in Urology in 1983 at LSU Medical Center in New Orleans. Dr. Autin was an altar 
server during his elementary and high school years. At E. D. White, he served as Student 
Council President and also played football. His team won the State Championship in 1968 and 
1969, and during that time he served as the team Captain, was All State on offense and 
defense, and was also selected for the All State Super Team. Dr. Autin was also actively 
involved in basketball (B-Team) and track and field. On scholarship under Coach Russ 
Faulkinberry, his football days continued at USL, which made its last Bowl Game appearance 
known as the Grantland Rice Bowl in 1970.

Dr. Autin was a local Urologist in Lafayette who loved his patients and always took the 
time to get to know them. He was voted by his peers one of the best Urologists in the 
state. He also hosted an annual party for all World War II Veterans. Dr. Autin was a 
lifelong lover of Grand Isle where he grew up and eventually had a family camp there, The 
Cancoon. He was a wonderful Doctor who truly cared for his patients, and loved and 
cherished his family. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Pallbearers will be Cory Register, Chad Register, Freddie Fossier, Emile Fossier, Camille 
Fossier, Hubert Fossier, Rex Moroux and William Bayard.

Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. John Azar, Michael Credeur, Byron Talbot, Nathan Musso, 
Mickey Marceaux, Dr. Frank Cardinale, Eustice Thibodeaux, Dr. Chester Weimer, Dr. Truett 
Ray, Dr. Paul Breaux, Nathan Thornton, Harley Gros, Dr. Alfred Robicheaux, Joe Fakier, Dr. 
Richard Borne, Bill Burley, Dr. Eddie Chaisson, and Mike Melancon.

Memorial contributions may be made in Dr. Autin's name to the Eraste Thomas Autin Memorial 
Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 3668 Lafayette, Louisiana 70502.

Martin & Castille- Downtown Lafayette is in charge of arrangements.

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BERGERON, JUSTIN 

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Justin Lee Bergeron, 69, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 4:07 a.m. Wednesday, 
Dec. 7, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in 
Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his companion, Nancy Portier LeBlanc; former wife, Jean Hidalgo Bergeron; 
two sons, Louis Bergeron and wife, Sandy, and Jason Bergeron and wife, Beth; two daughters, 
Veronica Gonzales and husband, Shane, and Kelly Bouvier and husband, Kent; and 11 
grandchildren, Myles, Hunter, and Kelsey Bergeron, Tyler, Preston, and Parker Bergeron, 
Chase and Dex Gonzales, and Evan, Brette, and Seth Bouvier.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie Joseph Bergeron and Fannie Berthelot 
Bergeron; two brothers, Donald "Scritch" Bergeron and Bobby Bergeron; and five sisters, 
Lorraine Clement, Willie Mae McGehee, Betty Boudreaux, Audrey Krieg and Susan Bergeron.

Mr. Bergeron was a veteran of the Army National Guard and a member of the American Legion. 
He worked as a Real Estate Agent, Insurance Agent and Notary Public.

Landry's Funeral Home of Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements.

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COLLINS, GLEN 

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Glen Paul Collins, 64, a native of Houma and resident of Morgan City, died Monday, Dec. 5, 
2011 at home surrounded by his loved ones.

Visitation will be from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. today at Twin City Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. 
to funeral time Friday at Holy Cross Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday 
at the church, with 
burial in Morgan City Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Marion Chasson Collins of Morgan City; four children, Jeffrey 
Streva and wife, Nicole, of Morgan City, Amie McTavish and husband, Kevin, of Shingle 
Springs, Calif., Suzanne Collins, of San Antonio and Kevin Collins of Houma; four 
grandchildren and two honorary grandchildren; and two brothers, Charles Collins and wife, 
Jean, of Houma and Tommy Collins and wife, Marjorie, of Houma.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Clay and Lois Baker Collins; and brother, 
Mel Collins.

He was a graduate of St. Mary University in San Antonio, and held a special devotion to 
TARC.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be sent to, Morgan City 
Garden Club-Keep Morgan City Beautiful, Crepe Myrtle, 706 1st St. Morgan City, LA 70380.

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CUNNINGHAM, BRENDA 

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Brenda Ann Boudreaux Cunningham, 63, a native and resident of Bourg, died Tuesday, Dec. 6, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Ann Catholic Church. Mass will 
be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church.

She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Kenneth Cunningham; children, Monica Cunningham 
Hebert and husband, Stacy, Kenneth Cunningham Jr. and wife, Paula, Tracey Cunningham Ledet 
and husband, Shane, and Jason Cunningham and companion, Amy; grandchildren, Heather and 
Javier Silva, Brad Hebert, Leah Hebert and Kevin Hebert, Dylan Cunningham and Shawn Ledet; 
great-granddaughter, Sophia Silva; and siblings, Joyce Ledet, Shirley Brien, Mazie 
Domangue, Suzie Blanchard, Gerald Boudreaux, Mary Lee Cunningham and Peggy Pellegrin.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Cleveland Anthony Boudreaux and Mildred 
Barrilleaux Boudreaux; and sisters, Jeannie Cunningham and Gail Boudreaux.

She was a parishioner of St. Ann Catholic Church. Brenda was an AMAZING cook who loved to 
fish, build puzzles and play Pedro. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and Loved 
her.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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FALGOUST, SANDRA 

Sandra "Sandy" Falgoust, 57, a native of Springfield, Ill. and resident of Luling, died at 
9:45 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at Bayou Gauche Fireman's Hall. A memorial 
service will be held at 9 p.m. Friday at the hall.

She is survived by her husband, Keith Falgoust; her parents, Joe and Lila Jeannice; 
daughters, Ashley Fontenot and Casey Woods; brother, Chuck Vanhus; sisters, Linda Bass, 
Sarah Fontenot, Sheree Coker and Jeri Lynn Vanhus; and six grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her father, Edward Vanhus.

In lieu of flowers, please make in kind donations to the family to help with funeral 
expenses.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements.

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REULET, ROBERT 

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Robert Michael "Robear" Reulet, 48, a native and resident of Chackbay, died at 4:32 p.m. 
Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today at Thibodaux Funeral Home Chapel and from 8 a.m. 
to funeral time Friday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 
10 a.m. Friday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife of 15 years, Rachel Mars Reulet; sons, Dustin Scioneaux and 
wife, Jennifer, and Myles Scioneaux; brothers, Duane Anthony Reulet and wife, Rebecca, and 
Randal James Reulet and wife, Corinthia; and one grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his father, Lester Joseph Reulet.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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SEARS, WILLIAM 

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William Albert Sears, 70, a native of Ohio and resident of Houma, died at 11:42 a.m. 
Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. A 
memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

He is survived by his wife, Caroll Sue Audras Sears; mother, Maxine Noel Sears; son, 
William Michael Sears; brother, Irvin Sears; and sister, Patricia "Pat" Smith.

He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas Bahan Sears; son, Shawn W. Sears; and 
brother, Dale Sears.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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TROXLER, HARRY 

Harry Troxler, 83, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10:30 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Genevieve Catholic Church 
in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at noon Friday at the church, with 
burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux.

He is survived by his wife, Lucy D. Troxler; his children, David Troxler, Carolann Troxler, 
Joanna Krumbholt, John T. Troxler, Darrel Troxler, James Troxler, Bonnie Troxler, Charles 
Troxler and Dr. Mark Troxler; and 16 grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Gratien and Viola Troxler; and sisters, Shirley 
Madere and Beatrice Tardo.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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DAIGLE, MURPHY 

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Murphy John Daigle, 66, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2011.

A mass of the Christian burial will take place at St. Bridget Catholic Church in Schriever 
on Saturday at 11 a.m.

He is survived by his mother, Lucille Daigle; two sisters, Linda Gros and Deborah Daigle; 
seven brothers, Darrel Daigle, Gilbert "Joe" Daigle Jr., Lloyd Daigle Sr., Terry Daigle 
Sr., Robert "Bobby" Daigle Sr., Roland Daigle Sr., and Gerald "G" Daigle; and one son, Chad 
Daigle.

He is preceded in death by his father, Gilbert H. Daigle Sr.;and two brothers, Leroy Daigle 
and Merlin Daigle Sr.

Landry's Funeral Home in Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements.

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SONS, DONALD 

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Donald Sons, 70, a native of Morgan City and resident of Chauvin, died at 4:26 a.m. on 
Thursday.

Visitation will be held from 1 p.m. until funeral time Saturday at Samart Funeral Home of 
Houma. Services will begin at 3 p.m. at the funeral home.

He is survived by his sons, Rory and wife, Sandy, Joby and wife, Terissa; his daughter 
Donna Domangue and husband, Ranzell; his sisters, Ethel Sauce and Billie Voisin; 
grandchildren, Jodi Pellegrin, Cullen Sons, T-Ranzell Domangue, Brad Domangue and Brooks 
Domangue, Alex Guy, Blake Sons and Taylor Sons; and great-grandchildren, Layla Pellegrin, 
Owen Pellegrin, Zane Domangue, Isaiah Domangue, Jeremiah Domangue and Lennox Domangue

He was preceded in death by his parents: Ethel and Edward Sons; two brothers, E.J. Sons and 
Merville Sons; and two sisters, Rosemary and Leola Sons.

He loved cooking, fishing, spending time with his family and spoiling his grandkids and 
great-grandkids.

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WASDIN, GEORGE 

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George Joseph Wasdin, 77, a native of Bay Minette, Ala. and resident of Hahnville, La., 
died on Dec. 7, 2011.

Visitation will be held at Samart-Mothe Funeral Chapel in Mathews on Saturday from 10 a.m. 
until funeral time. Services will begin at 2 p.m.

He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Robert B. Wasdin; six sons, Terry Jo Wasdin, Neal 
Wasdin, Earl Wasdin, Al Wasdin, Andy Wasdin, and Jason DeVault; eight daughters, Evelyn 
Neil, Barbara Brown, Phyllis Portier, Betty DeVault, Debbie Wasdin, Sherrie Wasdin, Paula 
Aucoin and Kathy Smith; one brother, Ronald Wasdin; a sister, Kay Milam; and many 
grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Hectoer and Dovelynn Wasdin; one son, Irving 
Aucoin; one daughter, Carolyn Wasdin; and two brothers, Glenn Wasdin and Raymond Wasdin.

He was a U.S. Navy veteran. He was a member of Plumber and Steamfitters Local 60 since 
1979.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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WILLIAMS, JESSIE MAE 

Jessie Mae Williams,79, a native of Lafourche Parish and resident of Lawrenceville, Ga., 
died Dec. 2, 2011. A wake visitation will be held from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9, 
2011 at Magnolia United Methodist Church on Johnson Ridge. Visitation will be held Saturday 
from 9 a.m. to funeral time at Magnolia United Methodist. Religious services will begin at 
11 a.m. Saturday with 
burial in Blue Lilly cemetery.

She is survived by her daughters, Gail Henderson and Claudette Williams and companion, 
King; her sons, Walter Lee Williams Jr and wife, Sharon, Joseph Williams and wife, Sharon, 
Derrell Williams and wife, Gina and Brian Williams and wife, Duanna; son-in-law Carlton 
Henderson; sisters Emma Mae Every, Ruby Johnson and Ora Lee Wolfe.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Lee Williams Sr.; her parents, John and 
Estelle Harold; her son, Bruce Williams; her daughters, Anne Marie Matthews and Bernadine 
Williams; her brothers, Raymond Harold, Joseph Harold, James Harold, Henry "Pooney" Harold, 
and Richard Harold; and her sister, Hestelle Neville.

She was a member of Magnolia United Methodist Church.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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ETININE, JOHN 

John Etinine, 73, a resident of Houma, died at 8:43 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011 at 
Terrebonne General Medical Center in Houma.

Funeral times are pending.

Jones Funeral Home of Morgan City is in charge of arrangements.

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LANDRY, RACHEL 

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Rachel B. Landry, 72, a native and resident of Belle Rose, died Monday, Dec. 5, 2011 at Our 
Lady of The Lake Medical Center.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Mt. Triumph Baptist Church in 
Donaldsonville. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her husband, Albert J. Landry Sr.; daughter, Yvette and husband, Carnell 
Bailey of Donaldsonville; son and fiancee', Troy Landry and Melanie of Belle Rose; three 
stepdaughters, Andrea Landry and Linda Sue of Donaldsonville, and Lynette Landry of Darrow; 
three brothers, Allen Brown of Donaldsonville, Ernest and wife, Trulane Brown of Belle 
Rose, and Herbert and wife, Verma Brown of New Orleans four sisters, Virgie Landry, Ruby 
and husband, Wilbert North, Ruth Carter, Betty and husband, Robert Solite all of Belle 
Rose; four grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, one aunt and a host of nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Herbert and Elizabeth Brown; a brother, Sterling 
Brown; and a stepson, Albert J. Landry Jr.

She was a homemaker.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements.

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MORRIS, JOANN 

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JoAnn J. Morris, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of Galliano, died Wednesday, Dec. 
7, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Christian Fellowship Church. 
Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church.

She is survived by her sons, Steven Morris, and Daniel Morris and wife, Stacy; daughters, 
Laurie Cheramie and husband, Renis, and Shelly Morris; brother, Michael Johnson; and 11 
grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Oliver Johnson and Gertie Terrebonne Johnson; 
daughters, Kim Morris and Julie Cantrelle; and brother, Patrick Johnson.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements.

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ROBINSON, JOSEPH 

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Joseph "Joe" Robinson, 77, a native and resident of Chackbay, died Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011.

Visitation will be from 3 to 10 p.m. Sunday at Thibodaux Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. to 
funeral time Monday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Chackbay. Mass will be 
held at 10 a.m. Monday at the church, with 
burial at St. Bridget Cemetery in Schriever.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Jan Hebert Robinson; two sons, Chris Robinson and 
wife, Gwen, and Aaron Robinson and wife, Kathy; two daughters, Sonja Doiron and husband, 
Gary, and Corinthia "Coco" Reulet and husband, Randal; sister, Enola Percle and husband, 
Warren; brother-in-law, Stanley Borne; sister-in-law, Joyce Clement Robinson; 11 
grandchildren, Matthew, Steven, Copeland, and Blake Robinson, Austin Doiron, Jonathan and 
Stuart Reulet; Elizabeth "Lizzie" Babin, Ashley Burke, Kristina Torres and Candice Reulet; 
and one great-grandchild, Patrick Babin.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Eddie James Robinson and Edna Bergeron Robinson; 
four brothers, Edwin, James, Lester, and Elmore Robinson; and sisters, Lorena Legendre, 
Lurline Legendre and Linda Borne.

He was founding member of Chackbay Volunteer Fire Dept., a member of Ward 6 Senior Citizens 
Center, vice-president of F.U.N. Parties and former manager of Jake's Dept. Store.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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ROME, WILLIAM, JR.

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William George Rome Jr., 63, a resident of Destrehan, entered Heaven on Wednesday, Dec. 7, 
2011 with his loving family at his side.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation will be from 1:30 p.m. to 
funeral time Tuesday at First Baptist Church of New Orleans, 5290 Canal Blvd. in New 
Orleans, 70124. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday at the church.

He was the devoted husband of Susan Clower Rome for 28 years; loving father of Nicole Rome 
Adams, Renee Rome Hirstius and William George Rome III; proud grandfather of Austin and 
Allie Adams, Brittany Hirstius and Brianna Borne; son of Ethel Adams Rome; and brother of 
Olivia "Chicken" Pierron and husband, Leroy, Karen Folse and husband, Bryan, and Ginger 
Dominique and husband, Bryan.

He was preceded in death by his father, William George Rome Sr.

George served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps. during the Vietnam War in the 5th 
Amphibion Tractor Battilion.

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RUSS, GARRET 

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Garret "Rusty" Russ, 48, a native of Lumber Bridge, N.C. and resident of Thibodaux, died 
Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Thibodaux Funeral Home. Religious 
services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the funeral home, with 
burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux.

He is survived by his wife, Jennie Lynn Russ; sons, David Russ, David Chabert and Joey 
Badeaux; daughter, Kayla Russ; brothers, Cleo Russ and wife, Nita, of Fayetteville, N.C., 
Randy Russ and wife, Carol, of Lumber Bridge, N.C. and Kelvin Russ of Martinburg, W.V.; 
sister, Wanda Willoughby of Lumber Bridge, N.C.; and grandchildren, Kasi and Julia Badeaux, 
and Leah Chabert.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Westell Sykes Russ; granny, Daisy 
Sykes; and grandchild, Davin Russ.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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THERIOT, ROLAND 

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Roland J. Theriot, 80, a native and resident of Houma, died Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2011.

A memorial and prayer service will be held from 10 a.m. to noon today at Falgout Funeral 
Home on Westside Blvd. in Houma.

He is survived by three sons, Jerome "Ducky" Theriot and wife, Julie, Bryan Theriot, and 
Howard J. Theriot and wife, Chantel; brother, Moise "M.J" Theriot and wife, Kandy; sister, 
Rose Marie Theriot Jacob and husband, Curt; and four grandchildren and two great-
grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Eleanore "Sis" Plaisance; his parents, Moise J. and 
Olivia Chatagnier Theriot; brother, Charles B. Theriot; and son, Duane T. Theriot.

He was a veteran of World War II and was stationed in Germany. He was a parishioner of St. 
Bernadette Catholic Church.

Special thanks to Janice Callahan who took care of him in his final days.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial donations be made to the Disabled 
American Veterans.

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TRAIGLE, ANNIE 

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Annie Laurie DuBois Traigle, 97, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Metairie, died at 
2:45 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011 in her home in the presence of family.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Thibodaux Funeral Home. Mass will 
be held at 11 a.m. today in the funeral home chapel, with 
burial in St. Joseph Cemetery.

She is survived by daughters, Louise Traigle Percle and husband, L.J., and Linda Traigle 
Domino; daughter-in-law, Judith Kraemer Traigle; grandchildren, Regina Percle Hebert and 
husband, Tim, Laury J. Percle and wife, Lisa, Elizabeth Percle Hebert and husband, Joe, 
Rhonda Percle Duet and husband, Kevin, Lauri Zeringue and husband, Darrel, Penny Traigle 
Collier and husband, Ben, John Mark Traigle and wife, Angela, and Jamie Traigle Tillman and 
husband, Dan; great-grandchildren, Traver Babin, Regan Hebert, Rory Hebert, Lance Percle, 
Lyle Percle, J.D. Stevens, Scott Stevens, Chase Duet, Emily Duet, Dylan Zeringue, Aimee 
Zeringue, Nicole Traigle Broussard, Andy Traigle, Jonathon Traigle, Zachary Tillman and 
Emily Tillman; and great-great-grandchildren, Brittany Babin, Bailey Babin, Brylee Babin 
and Riley Broussard.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John S. Traigle; son, John S. Traigle Jr.; 
mother, Leona Knight DuBois; father, Sylvester DuBois; brother, Sylvester DuBois Jr.; and 
sisters, Emaline DuBois Adams, Angeline DuBois Gros and Edith DuBois Whitney.

She was dearly loved by her family who will forever miss her presence but we know she is 
now with her family in Heaven. She was a seamstress for 60 years, she loved designing and 
creating carnival dresses, wedding and bridesmaids dresses and dressed many special friends 
for very special occasions.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Pierre Noby Zeringue, 94, a native of Lafourche Parish and resident of Thibodaux, died 
Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in 
Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his caregiver, Robert Thibodaux Sr.; brother, Eugene "E.P." Zeringue; 
sister, Ruth Z. Folse; grandchildren, John Zeringue and Jennifer LeBlanc; and great-
grandchildren, Eloria LeBlanc, Cameron LeBlanc, Johnathon Thibodaux, Ashley Zeringue and 
Nicholas Zeringue.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Jennie Totina Zeringue; his parents, Adrien Zeringue 
and Judith Babin Zeringue; son, John N. Zeringue; daughter, Elaine Zeringue; brothers, 
Kenneth and Andrew Zeringue; and sister, Hazel Z. Legendre.

Landry's Funeral Home of Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements.

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BOURGEOIS, LOUISE 

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Louise Lehman Bourgeois, 81, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Houma, died at 12:49 
p.m. Friday, Dec. 9, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Christ the Redeemer Catholic 
Church in Thibodaux. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with 
burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux.

She is survived by her children, Mary Brown and husband, Jay, Carolyn Pitre and husband, 
Dwayne, James Bourgeois and wife, Linda, David Bourgeois, Andy Bourgeois, Patrick 
Bourgeois, Molly Bourgeois, and Dr. James Briggs; grandchildren, Jake Collier, Dillian 
Liffick, Ryann Collier, Amanda Collier, Nicholas Bourgeois, Luke Bourgeois, Matthew 
Bourgeois, Madison Bourgeois, Mallory Bourgeois, Tyler Pitre, Stephanie Pitre, Blaire 
Bourgeois, Beau Bourgeois, Evann Bourgeois, Zack Bourgeois, Madelyn Bourgeois and Bennett 
"Baby Brother" Bourgeois; and sisters, Catherine Giles and Linda LeClair.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold James Bourgeois in 2002; her parents, 
Calvin and Hedwige Mary Lehman: sons, Michael "Big Daddy" Bourgeois in 2008; and sisters, 
Phyllis Wilson and Claire Guidry.

Louise was most known for her chicken pies. It is believed that a family member is now in 
possession of the "secret" pie recipe. Louise passed away peacefully surrounded by all of 
her children and loved ones.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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NEIDEFFER, EILEEN 

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Eileen Edith Neideffer, 86, a native of Iowa City and resident of Boyce, died at 1:15 p.m. 
Friday, Dec. 9, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. 
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, with 
burial at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Montegut.

She is survived by her sons, Gary Neideffer and wife, Patti, and Jim Neideffer and wife, 
Janice: daughters, Jackie Ayers, Judy Owens and husband, David, Joyce Neideffer, Janet 
Rembert, and Patty Starkey and husband, Bill; and 12 grandchildren and 14 great-
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Hershell Lincoln Neideffer; her parents, Clarence 
and Margaret Patterson; brother, Tommy Patterson; and sisters, Eleanor Patterson and Ruth 
Ashplom.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 12 to December 13, 2011

CHIASSON, CATHERINE 

Catherine "Kathy" Marie Chiasson, 76, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died peacefully 
among family at 9:16 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday at Thibodaux Funeral Home, and from 8 a.m. 
to funeral time Tuesday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 
at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by three sons, David Chiasson and wife Aline of Seattle, Darren Chiasson 
and wife Jean of Houma, and Darrel Chiasson and wife Michelle of Schriever; three 
daughters, Kelly Chiasson and spouse A.J. Sartalamacchia of Thibodaux, Cindy Chiasson of 
Thibodaux, and Rachel Faucheaux and husband Clay of Thibodaux; 15 grandchildren; and four 
great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul E. Chiasson and Mae Prejeant Chiasson of 
Thibodaux; and one brother, Russell C. Chiasson of Thibodaux.

She was a light that shined brightly and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved 
her.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 12 to December 14, 2011

CHIASSON, SALLY 

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Sally Anne Clement Chiasson, 74, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 12:03 p.m. 
Friday, Dec. 9, 2011.

Visitation will be held from 8 a.m. until funeral time Thursday at Christ the Redeemer 
Church. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her husband, Ronald A. Chiasson; one son, Matt Chiasson and wife Amy; 
three daughters, Kelly Duet and husband Tommy, Lisa Manery and husband Ricky, and Annette 
Ford; six grandchildren, Heidi Norwood, Justin Ford, Annie Ford, Taylor Ford, Ryan Duet and 
Megan Chiasson; and one great-grandchild, Annabelle Norwood.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Elphege Clement and Irene Trosclair Clement.

Landry's Funeral Home of Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 12 to December 13, 2011

HEBERT, JOY 

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Joy Lynn Collins Hebert, 80, a native of Oil City and a resident of Houma, died at 9:07 
p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011.

Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to service time Tuesday at Annunziata Catholic Church. 
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at he church, with 
burial in the Holy Rosary Cemetery in Houma.

She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Lionel John Hebert; one son, Scott A. Hebert 
and wife Daria VanOsdale Hebert; one daughter, Susan Foret; six grandchildren, Kaci Baio, 
Toni Baio, Meagan Thibodaux, Hannah Hebert, Julia Hebert and Elizabeth Foret; and one 
great-granddaughter, Olivia Baio.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lindle and Irene Nelson Collins; one brother, 
William Collins; and one sister, LaNell Wiley.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 12 to December 13, 2011

LEDET, RAOUL, JR. 

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Raoul "Nue" Ledet Jr., 82, a native and resident of Galliano, died Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday, and from 8 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Falgout 
Funeral Home in Galliano. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. 
Joseph Catholic Church, with 
burial in the Cheramie Cemetery.

She is survived by his wife of 63 years, Verges C. Ledet; one son, Rodney Ledet; one 
daughter, Joycelyn Grammar; four grandchildren, Celeste Sanamo and husband Scott, Jarrod 
Robichaux and wife Rachel, Lori Grammar, and Lisa Grammar; and three great-grandchildren, 
Elizabeth Ann Sanamo, Luke John Sanamo, and Rian Nicole Grammer.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Raoul Ledet Sr. and Ella Pierce Ledet; one son-
in-law, Kyle Gramma, one daughter-in-law, Adrienne Ledet; and two brothers, Mervin Ledet 
and Herrick Ledet.

He was a parishioner of of St. Joseph Catholic Church, and a member of their Holy Name 
Society. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #3150.

He enjoyed deer hunting, fishing and gardening. He loved his grandchildren and great-
grandchildren. He was a lifelong trawler in the South Lafourche community.

Falgout Funeral Homes of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 13 to December 14, 2011

BLANCHARD, ALPHONSE, JR.

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Alphonse Adolph Blanchard Jr. , 91, a native and resident of Bourg, died at 
12:45 a.m. on Dec. 11, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. at St. Ann Community Center in Bourg on 
Wednesday and from 8 a.m. until funeral time on Thursday. Mass will be held at 
11 a.m. at St. Ann Catholic Church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by seven daughters, five sons, 41 grandchildren, five step-
grandchildren, 61 great grandchildren and eight step-great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mayola Boquet Blanchard; one daughter, 
Alice Blanchard; one son, Philip Blachard; his parents, Alphonse J. Blanchard 
and Isoline Matherne Blanchard; three brothers, Emile Blanchard, Henry Blanchard 
and Adolph Blanchard; and three sisters, Lucille Robichaux, Edna Bascle and May 
Schouest.

Samart Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 13 to December 14, 2011

DEOGRACIAS, RICKY, SR.

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Ricky Joseph Deogracias, Sr., 52, a native of St. Bernard and resident of Chauvin, died at 
1:30 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011.

Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. until funeral time on Thursday at Samart Funeral Home 
of Houma. Services will begin at 7 p.m.

He is survived by one son, CPL Ricky Deogracias, Jr. and wife Kristina; a daughter, Tabitha 
Deogracias; one brother, Hank Deogracias and wife, Norma; sister Clara Jackson and husband, 
Samuel, and Toni Ann Hebert and husband, Clyde Jr.; and four grandchildren, Kayden Smith, 
Kolby Deogracias, Kloe Perera and Ryleigh Perera.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ophelia Joseph Deogracias and Adeline Marie Naquin 
St. Germain, his sister, Claire Deogracias.

Samart Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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HENRY, WANDA 

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Wanda Hoob Henry, 57, a native and resident of Houma, died at 6:30 p.m. Friday Dec. 9, 
2011.

Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until funeral time on Wednesday at Samart Funeral Home 
of Houma. Services will begin at 11 a.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home, followed by 
burial at the St. Francis Cemetery in Houma.

She is survived by her parents, Marvin and Doris Pertuit Hoob; her son, James "TJ" 
Henry_and wife, Lacey; one daughter, Wendy Henry Freeman__and husband, John; one brother, 
Troy Hoob; a sister, Connie H. Tanner; four grandchildren, Blake Freeman, Beau Freeman, 
Trever Henry, and Hailey Henry

She was preceded in death by her sister, Melinda H. Theriot.

Wanda was an amazing mother, a loving grandmother and a wonderful friend. She will be sadly 
missed and greatly cherished forever by family and friends.

Donations can be made to the Synergy Bank Wanda Henry Donation Fund.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of the arrangements.

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SKAINS, JAMES 

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James E. Skains, 85, a resident and native of Thibodaux, died on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011.

The family will receive visitors at 5:30 p.m. Friday, prior to a memorial service that will 
begin at 6 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Thibodaux, with Bro. Tim LaFleur 
officiating. Graveside services will be held at a later date, at 
Prairie Hill Cemetery, in Prairie Hill, Texas.

He is survived by Ruth Skains, his wife of 64 years; his sister, Vera Mae Smith of 
Roundrock, Texas; his sons James Michael Skains, Ronnie Skains and wife, Cyntia, and 
Stephen Skains and wife, Donna; seven grandchildren, Stephanie Jones, Stuart Skains, 
Jessica Ray, Melanie Nash, Amy Griffith, Rebecca Martinez and Jamie Skains; and four great-
grandchildren, Kayla Jones, Jacob Ray, Seth Ray and Joseph Ray.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James BV Skains, Ann Skains Hughes and step-father 
Ike Hughes.

He was born June 7, 1926 in Watt, Texas, and moved to Louisiana in 1956, where he worked 
for J. Ray McDermitt for several years. Later he became an entrepreneur, owning and 
operating several businesses, including Quality Brick Company. For the last several years, 
he enjoyed working in the garden center at Walmart.

He was a great believer in education. He graduated from Reisel High School in Texas, then 
Draughs Business College in Dallas. He attended Texas University and was drafted into the 
Army, where he went to Radar School in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. He later graduated junior 
college at Westminster, in Tehucana, Texas. He also attended Baylor University in Waco. 
After moving to Thibodaux, he finished school at Nicholls State University.

In lieu of flowers, donations maybe made to the Alzheimers Alliance or a charity of your 
choice .

Samart Funeral is in charge of arrangements.

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SMITH, MERCEDES 

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Mercedes Elizabeth Thibaut Smith, 88, a resident of Thibodaux and native of Donaldsonville, 
died at 1:50 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2011.

Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until service time on Wednesday at Christ the Redeemer 
Catholic Church. Mass of the Christian burial will begin at 11 a.m. at the church, followed 
by burial at St. John the Episcopal Cemetery.

She is survived by one son, F. Michael Smith III and his wife, Collette;

One daughter, Genie Smith Mueller and her husband, Harry; one brother, David D. Thibaut; 
three grandchildren Kristen M. Masiel and her husband, Matthew, Justin M. Mueller and his 
wife, Erika, and Stephen A. Mueller; one great-grandchild, Abigail Masiel; and two step-
grandchildren, Heath Vizier and his wife Addie, Shyla Vizier.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Dr. F. Michael Smith, Jr.; her parents, Dubourg 
and Vivian Kleinpeter Thibaut; and two brothers, James H. Thibaut and Thomas A. Thibaut .

She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-Grandmother. She was also and avid lover of 
animals.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hope for Animals or a charity of your choice.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 14 to December 15, 2011

BLANCHARD, ALPHONSE, JR.

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Alphonse Adolph Blanchard Jr., 91, a native and resident of Bourg, died at 12:45 a.m. 
Sunday, Dec. 11, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. 
Ann Community Center in Bourg. A military service will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday 
followed by a Mass at 11 a.m. at St. Ann Catholic Church, with burial in the church 
cemetery.

He is survived by seven daughters, five sons, 41 grandchildren, five step-grandchildren, 61 
great-grandchildren and eight step-great-grandchildren.

Mary and Gail Prosperie- Annette and Todd Harris (Jonathan and Jeremy)- Beth and Shawn 
Redmond (Cody, Cullen, and Cassidi)- Dale and Dawn (Beau and Blake; Roy and Joan Blanchard- 
Roy Blanchard Jr. (Nicole Blanchard Richard and Wesley and Ethan)- Rebecca and Blaise Hymel 
(Deanne and Andrew Dupre and Lindsey, Taylor, and Abbey Hymel)-Jessica Dubois (Sonny, 
Alexis, and Fayth- Sheila and Daniel Hidalgo (Ella); Janet and Hanson Hornsby- John and 
Leah (Hannah, Madeline, and John Luke) - Janelle Doescher (Carl)- Jamie and Dusty Dupre 
(Zachary and Mallory); Mona and Clyde Arceneaux- Clyde Jr. and Carol (Benjamin and 
Matthew)- Joshua and Lacey (Danica and Ethan); Elaine and Robert Hutchinson- Brian and 
Christie (Ainslie and Brayden)- Robert Jr. and Paige (Ethan, Beau, and Anna)- Mark and 
Ashley (Peyton)- David and Kailey (Noah, Eli, and Avery Grace)- Thomas and Lindsey 
(Connor); Joyce and Robert( Bud) Dill- Kristie and Jimmy Mazur (Lillie and Chase)- Kellie 
and John Hebert (Jack and Kate and Ethan and Anna Hebert)- Korey Guidry- Marci Dill 
Ellender and Barrett; John and Wanda Blanchard- Lynette and Ronnie Malbrough (Ronnie Jr., 
Brooke and Rhett)- Erika and Jared LeBeouf (Ramsee and Braden)- Katie Bourgeois (Rianna 
Cunningham and Owen); Joe and Becky Blanchard (Joe Jr. and April (Gabrielle)- Jacob and 
Cari (Jillian and Carley and Colby Cobb)- Theresa and Ricky Dyson (Cali and Brody)- Joselyn 
(Nate)- Seth (Logan); Robert and Tiffanie Blanchard- April and Brian Hargroves (Landon and 
Laiken- Andrea and James Vance (Samantha and James Jr.) - Anita- Alisha- Robert Jr. 
(Robbie); Rosena (Tina) and Kevin (Paco) Porche- Amy Quatrevingt Landry and Ryan (Hayley)- 
Heidi Quatrevingt- Nicholas and Dane Porche; Anne and Allen Plaisance- Benjamin- Heather 
and Ben Watts (Marisa, Kimber, and Kayla)- Megan and Brandon Allemand (Lane) - Leah; 
Michael and Sharal Blanchard- Michael (Andy) and Philip- Nicholas Breaux (Sidney and Lola).

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mayola Boquet Blanchard; one daughter, Alice 
Blanchard; one son, Philip Blachard; his parents, Alphonse J. Blanchard and Isoline 
Matherne Blanchard; three brothers, Emile, Henry, and Adolph Blanchard; and three sisters, 
Lucille Robichaux, Edna Bascle and May Schouest.

He was a parishioner of St. Ann Catholic Church in Bourg and a World War II Army veteran. 
He was an employee of Texaco. He was active in Terrebonne Parish Recreation, served as 
Constable of Bourg, and worked for St. Anne Community. In his younger years he loved to 
fish, trawl, farm and play sports in the yard with his children, grandchildren and other 
family members.

His family would like to extend their appreciation and gratitude to The Suites and Haydel 
Memorial Hospice for the excellent care he received during his stay. In addition, our 
deepest gratitude Dr. Brian Matherne, whom Dad loved, respected and trusted with his life. 
Thank You. You are the Best!

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of the arrangements.

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BOURQUE, SADIE 

Sadie Bourque, 72, a native and resident of Houma, died at 8:05 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 11, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time today at Chauvin Funeral Home. Funeral 
services will be held at 11 a.m. today at the funeral home, with burial in Bayou Black 
Cemetery.

She is survived by her brothers, Leon Cox and wife, Betty, of Houma, Larry Joseph Cocke and 
wife, Mary, of Houma, Anthony Paul Cocke of Houma, Herbert Joseph Cox and wife, Diana, of 
Houma, David Joseph Cox and wife, Cindy, of Port Charlotte, Fla. and Nathan Paul Cox of 
Houma; and sisters, Beulah Bourg and husband, Roy, of Houma, Carolyn Ann Cox Dupre and 
husband, Arthur, of Houma, Patsy Ann Cocke Crochet and husband, Lonnie, of Houma, Melba 
Marie Cox Bridges and husband, Cleon, of Houma, and Joanne Cox Malagarie and husband, 
Allen, of Houma.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Herbert and Annie Dean Cox; brother, Sterling 
Cox; and sister, Erma Cox.

She will be dearly missed by her family and friends.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 14 to December 15, 2011

BUDZINSKI, DAWN 

Dawn Smith Budzinski, 42, a native and resident of Des Allemands, died at 3:35 a.m. Sunday, 
Dec. 11, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at First Assembly of God Church in 
Des Allemands. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church.

She is survived by her mother, Nora Cortez; two daughters, Marissa Budzinski and Maliry 
Budzinski; and grandmother, Anita Tregle.

She was preceded in death by her father, Horace Smith Jr.; brother, Chad Smith; and 
grandparents, Adlar Tregle Sr., and Eva and Horace Smith.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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JOHNSON, ALVIN 

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Alvin "Al Bo" Johnson, 50, a native and resident of Napoleonville, died Sunday, Dec. 4, 
2011 at Assumption Community Hospital in Napoleonville.

Funeral services were held Dec. 13 at Williams and Southall Funeral Home in Napoleonville, 
with burial in Mt. Zion Baptist church cemetery in Napoleonville.

He is survived by six brothers, Ernest and Calvin Johnson of Ponchatoula, Marcus and 
Kenneth Johnson, Ricky Elphage, and Lewis Henry, all of Napoleonville; sister, Theresa J. 
Lacy of Napoleonville; also a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Irma and Marcus Johnson Jr.; sister, Patricia 
Johnson: brother, Paul Elphage; and niece, Kim Johnson.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements.

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MARTINEZ, CELINA 

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Celina Gregoire Martinez, 77, a native and resident of Houma, died at 6:29 p.m. Monday, 
Dec. 12, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. to 
funeral time Saturday at Holy Family Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday 
at the church, with interment in the church cemetery.

She is survived by three sons, Ricky and companion, Tracy, Tomas Jr. and companion, Vickie, 
and Ernest and wife, Tabitha; two daughters, Victoria Valdez and husband, Argelio, and 
Sandra Martinez and companion, Mario Alejandro Villa; one sister, Antoinette Feet; one 
brother, John Gregoire; and 10 grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Tomas M. Martinez; her parents, Pierre and Marie 
Solet Gregoire; three brothers, Paul, Joseph "Ringo", and Pierre "Neg" Gregoire; and one 
sister, Anna Mae Gregoire.

Celina was a parishioner of Holy Family Catholic Church. She was a longtime employee of 
Samanie's Packing Company. Her greatest joy was watching over her grandchildren and looking 
forward to working at Samanie's Packing Company with her friends. She was a member of the 
United Houma Indian Nation. She will be deeply missed by family and friends.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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MAURITSEN, HANK 

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Hank James Mauritsen, 27, a native of Seattle and resident of Houma, died Sunday, Dec. 11, 
2011.

A memorial service will be held at 6:30 p.m. today at Colonial Acres Golf Course, 6433 Alma 
Street in Houma, 70364.

He is survived by his companion, Michelle McCall of Houma; father, Jimmy Mauritsen of 
Ruidoso, N.M. and companion, Diane Killingsworth; mother, Kathrine Tomcal Mauritsen of 
Kent, Wash.; son, Brendon James Mauritsen of Houma; sister, Jenny Lee Mauritsen of Sea-Tac, 
Wash.; grandfather, Richard James Mauritsen of Orting, Wash.; uncle, Steve Mauritsen; 
aunts, Linda Burrington and Sue Emerson; niece, December Clemmer; and nephew, Isaak 
Clemmer.

He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Phyllis Mauritsen.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 14 to December 15, 2011

RIVERE, HUBERT 

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Hubert P. Rivere, 86, a native and resident of Bruly St. Vincent, died at 12:38 a.m. 
Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. Thursday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at 
Landry's Funeral Home in Labadieville. Mass will take place at 11 a.m. Friday at St. 
Elizabeth Catholic Church in Paincourtville, with interment to follow in the church 
cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Elzie Albarado Rivere; sons, Randy Rivere and wife, Pamela; 
daughters, Arlyn Rousseau and husband, Terry, and Sarah Dupre and husband, Alvin; three 
grandchildren, Lisa Abshire, Brad Rivere and Heidi Rivere; two great-great-grandchildren, 
Kristen Abshire and Samantha Abshire.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Antoine Rivere and Agnes Cedotal Rivere; brothers, 
Honore, Enaux Sr., Leo, Dores, Huey, and Ores Rivere; sisters, Ida Rivere Landry, Anna 
Rivere Griffin, Marie Rivere Landry, Elvy Rivere Hebert and Pauline Rivere Hebert.

Landry's Funeral Home of Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements.

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BOURG, BELINDA 

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Belinda Ann Bourg, 49, a native and resident of Montegut, died at 2:49 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 
13, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Mass 
will be held at 10 a.m. today at the church, with burial in Bisland Cemetery.

She is survived by her parents, Jerry A. Bourg Sr. and Maudry Trosclair Bourg; brother, Roy 
A. Bourg and wife, Donna; sister, Melissa Underwood and husband, Bill; and several nephews.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Jerry A. Bourg Jr; and grandparents, Ruben Sr. 
and Cecile Ledet Trosclair, and Norton Sr. and Irene Belanger Bourg.

She was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Belinda once attended TARC.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BUISSON, FRANCIS 

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Francis Winchester Buisson, 73, a native of Franklin and resident of Houma, died at 2:30 
p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2011.

A celebration of life Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Louis Catholic Church in 
Bayou Blue.

She is survived by two daughters, Jane Buisson Brown of Stringer, Miss. and Suzanne T. 
Buisson of Houma; one son, Patrick D. Buisson of Houma; three grandchildren, Mary Grace 
Spoon, Eric Spoon and David Brown all of Stringer, Miss.; three great-grandchildren, Chloe, 
Emily, and Jenna Spoon; and sister, Natalie Guidry of Lafayette.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Francis "Dan" Winchester Jr. and Mary Grace 
Shannon Winchester; her husband, David A. Buisson; sisters, Mary Howard and Dancy Rankin; 
brother, Danny Winchester; and grandson, Benjamin Spoon.

She was a member of St. Louis Church. She was very much involved in different ministries at 
the church. She was a great loving mother and grandmother.

Her body was donated to LSU for anatomical research.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her name to the American Diabetes Association 
or to the family.

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DOYLE, AMANDA 

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Amanda "Mandi" Colette Doyle, 18, a native of Jacksonville, Fla. and resident of Houma, 
died at 3:35 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 11, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Friday at First Baptist Church of Houma. 
Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church.

She is survived by her father, Billy Ray Doyle; mother, Lisa Marie Godfrey Doyle; maternal 
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Godfrey; paternal grandmother, Sarah Anderson; and 
brother, Matthew Doyle.

She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Billie Doyle; and maternal great-
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. William J. Owensby.

She was a member of First Baptist Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the family are preferred to defer funeral expenses.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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MONCADA, JOHN 

John "Johnny" J. Moncada, 88, a native of New Orleans and resident of Lafayette, died 
Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. 
Mass will be held at noon Friday at the church, with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his son, John J. Moncada Jr.; daughter, Dianne M. Duet; and five 
grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Moncada; and parents, Joseph Vincent Moncada 
and Ester Kramer Moncada.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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SISLER, IMELDA 

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Imelda "Cookie" Bergeron Sisler, 63, a native of Houma and resident Olympia, Wash., died 
Oct. 16, 2011.

Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Holy Rosary Church in Houma 
with services and burial to follow.

She is survived by her daughter, Michelle Blanchard Meeks; two grandsons; brothers, Reuben 
and wife, Carolyn, Bert, Clyde and wife, Jeanie, Reynald and wife Janet, and Blake Bergeron 
and wife, Faith; sisters, Barbara Durocher and husband, Eldridge "Blackie", Mary Bergeron, 
and Martha Porche and husband Richard; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Sisler; parents, Rubin Bergeron Sr. and 
Lois LeBouef Bergeron; and brother, Larry James Bergeron.

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STOUFFLET, SAMUEL 

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Samuel "Sam" Stoufflet, 36, a native and resident of Houma, died at 10:07 a.m. Monday, Dec. 
12, 2011, due to an eight year courageous battle with cancer from complications with 
pneumonia.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma and from 8:30 
a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Maria Immacolata Catholic Church in Houma. Mass will be 
held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2 
in Houma.

He is survived by his wife, Nicole Breaux Stoufflet; daughter, Kaylin Stoufflet; parents, 
Ernest Stoufflet and wife, Gail, and Sally Galliano and husband, Tony; half-brother, Ernie 
Stoufflet Jr. and fiancee, Rachel; half-sister, Sara Duthu and husband, Greg; stepsisters, 
Debbie Johnson and Sharon Sherwood; stepbrother, Eddie Cancienne and wife, Lucinda; mother-
in-law, Susan Breaux; brother-in-law, Chris Breaux and wife, Nicole; and sister-in-law, 
Lacie Breaux.

He was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Norman Breaux, Jr.; and grandparents, James 
and Helen Landry, Ernest and Marjorie Stoufflet Jr., and Ferdinand and Ethel Babin.

He was a parishioner of Maria Immacolata Church and School. He was the Krewe of Mardi Gras 
Float Capt. He was a Die Hard LSU Fan. He was employed with Crosby Tugs, Inc.

In lieu of flowers, donations are preferred to Sam Stoufflet Foundation Fund - Capital One 
Bank.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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WAGUESPACK, NORMAN 

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Norman L. "Wag" Waguespack, 82, a native of Labadieville and resident of Raceland, died 
Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Mary's Nativity Catholic 
Church. Mass will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at the church, with burial in the church 
cemetery.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Hazel Dufrene Waguespack; sons, Donnie Waguespack, 
and Bobby James Waguespack and wife, Susan; brother, Mervin Waguespack; and two 
grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ulger and Lucille Waguespack; brothers, Joseph 
Waguespack and Clarence "T-Boy" Waguespack; and sister, Marie Orgeron.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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ADAMS, ALVIN 

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Alvin Sylvester "Bummy" Adams, 30, a native and resident of Gray, died Friday, Dec. 9, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Eagle Wright Baptist Church in 
Gray. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with 
burial at Halfway Cemetery in Gray.

He is survived by his parents, Valerie Collins Adams of Thibodaux and Charles Adams of 
Gray; his son, Elijah Adams of Thibodaux; his brothers, Michael Adams and wife, Shawn, and 
Jason Adams and wife, Felecia, both of Thibodaux, Tory Adams and wife, Shelly, of Schriever 
and Percy Antoine of Thibodaux; and his sister, Ruby Adams McCormick of Schriever.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Ernest Collins and Ruby Antoine Harris.

He was Baptist.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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ALSAY, HORACE 

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Horace Alsay, 87, a native and resident of Paincourtville, died Monday, Dec. 12, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Cannon Baptist Church in 
Plattenville. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Ethel F. Alsay; four daughters, Carmen and husband, Percy 
White, Paulette Alsay of Harvey, Savannah and husband, Charles Franklin, of Gretna and 
Paula Skidmore of Paincourtville; sister, Matilda Nelson of Chicago; brother-in-law, Wilson 
Fredrick of Baton Rouge; and six grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and a host of 
nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Francis and James Alsay Sr.; and five brothers and 
five sisters.

He was a retired laborer at Supreme Sugar Refinery.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements.

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AUBERT, EARTIS, SR.

Eartis Aubert Sr., 83, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died Monday, 
Dec. 12, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Mechanicville Emanuel Baptist 
Church. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with 
burial in Mount Zion Baptist Church Cemetery.

He is survived by his son, Eartis Aubert Jr. of Lockport; and three grandchildren and five 
great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Irma Daniel Aubert; parents, Lawrence Sr. and Zenobia 
Stovall Aubert; son, Curtis Aubert; daughter, Suzette Aubert Lyons; two brothers, Lawrence 
Jr. and Charley Aubert; and grandparents, Sarah Mango and Williams Stovall.

He was Baptist.

Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BLANCHARD, VIRGIS, JR.

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Virgis Joseph Blanchard Jr., 63, a native of Houma and resident of Bourg, died at 5:05 a.m. 
Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. to 
funeral time Saturday at St. Ann Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday at 
the church, with 
burial in St. Elie Cemetery.

He is survived by his son, Jeremy John Blanchard and wife, Amy Theriot Blanchard of Bourg; 
daughter, Jody Ann Blanchard Pellegrin and husband, Albert Pellegrin Jr. of Baton Rouge; 
brothers, Gerald Blanchard and wife, Yvette Ledet Blanchard, of Pointe-aux-Chenes, Raymond 
Blanchard of Bourg, and Cornelius Blanchard and wife, Martha Roger Blanchard, of Gray; 
sisters, Iris Blanchard Peeples and husband, Johnny, of Independence, Va., Juanita 
Blanchard Authement and husband, Rodney, of Chauvin and Virgie Lee Blanchard of North 
Carolina; grandchildren, Katelyn Blanchard, Madeline Blanchard and Megan Cunningham; many 
numerous nieces and nephews; fostered children, Marissa Guidry Use' and husband, Jules, of 
Houma and Dustin Lirette of Texas; and foster grandchildren, Derrick Use', Erick Use', 
Jacob Use', Julie Use', and Leslie Use' all of Houma.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Virgis Blanchard Sr. and Eunice Liner Blanchard; 
grandparents, Essie Blanchard and Celesida Thibodeaux Blanchard, and Clifford Liner and 
Bernadette Lirette Liner; and foster grandchild, Grace Lirette of Texas.

He was a parishioner of St. Ann Catholic Church.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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FOLSE, LORINA 

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Lorina Grabert Folse, 77, a native and resident of Lockport, died Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Holy Savior Catholic Church. 
Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church, with 
burial in St. Mary's cemetery.

She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Dave P. Folse; son, Jody Folse and wife, 
Pamela; daughters, Debra F. Knobloch and husband, Denis "Cauwan", and Lisa Folse; sisters, 
Lillie G. Estay, Eloise G. Eschete and Louella Grabert; grandchildren, Dawn K. Breaux, Dana 
L. Knobloch, Erin E. Folse, Danielle R. Knobloch and Jordan C. Folse; and great-grandchild, 
Evan P. Breaux.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Wildon and Noelie Grabert; beloved son, Dave P. 
Folse Jr.; brother, Dene' Grabert; and sisters, Leola G. Griffin, Lula Mae G. Griffin and 
Lorella G. Estay.

She enjoyed sewing, crocheting, flower gardening, cooking and baking. Her passion in life 
was to share what she had with her family, friends and strangers. One of her greatest joy 
in life was the time she spent with her grandchildren and family.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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GREENE, JOHNNIE 

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Johnnie Greene, 58, a native of Townsend, Ga. and resident of Thibodaux, died Monday, Dec. 
12, 2011.

Funeral services will be held Saturday at Brunswick Funeral Home in Townsend, Ga.

He is survived by his companion, Lanetta Duplantis of Thibodaux; son, Jarvis D. Greene; 
stepson, Antonio Habershome; four sisters, Inez Evans, Helen Woods, Peggy, and Debra Green; 
five brothers, Arthur Lee, Sam, Johnathan, Michael, and James Green; and a host of nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jake and Vernel Greene; and two brothers and two 
sisters.

He was a retired offshore worker.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements.

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JOHNSON, ALFRED 

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Alfred "C'Moe" Johnson, 62, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Thursday, Dec. 8, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Calvary United Methodist Church 
in Thibodaux. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his brothers, Richard Johnson Jr., Thomas Johnson and companion, Cheryl, 
Joseph Johnson and companion, Denise, and Ralph Johnson, all of Thibodaux, George Johnson 
and companion, Janet Lee, of Gonzales, Henry Johnson, and Beverly and companion, Crystal 
Johnson, both of New Orleans; and sisters, Lillian and husband, Vernon Ross, of Avondale, 
and Joyce Rena Johnson and Clemence Kennedy and husband, Wayne, both of Thibodaux.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard Sr. and Rosalie Johnson; and sister, 
Sylvia Johnson.

He was a member of Calvary United Methodist Church.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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LAPEYRE, EMILE, JR.

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Emile Minor Lapeyre Jr., 84, a native and resident of Houma, died at 5:10 a.m. Thursday, 
Dec. 15, 2011.

There will be private services, with 
burial at St. Francis Cemetery No. 2 in Houma.

He is survived by his wife, Joan Starkweather Lapeyre; sons, Mark Lapeyre, Emile Lapeyre 
III and wife, Peggy, and Bill Lapeyre; daughters, Cathy Lapeyre, Denise Blanchard and 
husband, David, and Louise Lapeyre; brothers, Jean, Pierre, and Harold Lapeyre; sisters, 
Alice Louise Vales and Annette Huggins; and five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Emile Minor Sr. and Louise Astige Dupont Lapeyre; 
and brothers, J.M. and Louis Lapeyre.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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LYONS, CHERYL 

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Cheryl Jenkins Lyons, 55, a native and resident of Raceland, died at 12:05 a.m. Thursday, 
Dec. 15, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday at Falgout Funeral Home in Houma and from 9 
a.m. to funeral time Monday at Faith Baptist Church, 347 Dixie Ave. in Houma. Religious 
services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with 
burial at St. Mary Cemetery in Raceland.

She is survived by her husband, Lyies Lyons Jr.; father, Wilber Jenkins; five sons, Tylor 
Lyons and wife, Dana, Destin Lyons, Dustin Lyons, Chance Lyons, and Lyies "T-Boy" Lyons and 
wife, Alisha; four daughters, Michelle Robichaux, Jennica Comardelle and husband, Beau, 
Jamie Lyons and Kylie Badeaux; brother, Michael Jenkins; two sisters, Jolene Pech and 
Deborah Itschner; and 17 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Marietta Ludlow; daughter, Corie Robichaux; and 
one grandchild.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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PARKER, SAMUEL 

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Samuel "Pappy" Parker, 74, a native of Belle Rose, died Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2011 at D'ville 
Nursing Home in Donaldsonville.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4:30 p.m. today at Williams and Southall Funeral Home in 
Napoleonville and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Rose Hill Baptist Church in Belle 
Rose. Religious services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by one daughter, Rose Adams and fiance', James Williams of Donaldsonville; 
son, Roosevelt Parker of Belle Rose; five brothers, Ervin and Frazier Parker of New 
Orleans, Joseph, Warren, and Gaile Parker of Belle Rose; one sister, Edna Chumbland; and a 
host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Rose and Samuel Parker Sr.

He was a retired employee of Savoie Industries.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements.

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SMITH, HARRYET 

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Dr. Harryet "Sandy" Weaver Smith, 81, a native of Saratoga, Texas and resident of Houma, 
died at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2011 in Terrebonne General Hospital after a brief 
illness.

A memorial service will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Falgout Funeral Home in 
Houma. Burial will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery in Gray.

She is survived by her mother, Annie Peak Weaver of Houma; sister, Barbara Weaver Schober 
of Houma; brother, George Edward Weaver and wife, Ada Whittington Weaver of Carencro; and 
many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father, Harry Joseph Weaver of Houma; and her 
grandparents, George and Margaret Peak, and Joseph and Alice Weaver of Texas.

"Sandy" was a 1948 graduate of Terrebonne High. She received her B.S. from Southwestern 
Louisiana Institute, where she was a Red Jacket, Cheerleader, assistant editor of the 
Vermillion, SLI Beauty, and a member of Delta Sigma Delta. She then taught physical 
education at Assumption High where she coached and sponsored the Jacket Club. After her 
marriage to Thomas J. Smith Jr., she taught at Istrouma High in Baton Rouge where she 
directed the Dance Club and co-directed a Children's theater; Houma Jr. High where she was 
co-director of the Drama Club; and Terrebonne High, during which time she received her MS 
from LSU. Then she taught at Carencro High where she also supervised student teachers from 
SLI. When they moved to New Jersey, she taught at Asbury Park High, then Monmouth College. 
During her stay at Monmouth in the '70's she was an Assistant Professor of Physical 
Education. She coached the Fencing team and acted as Men's Intramural Director in addition 
to her classes. During this time, she earned her P.h.D. at LSU. Dr. Smith returned to Houma 
in the '80s and taught Kindergarten, retiring after 20 years at East Houma Elementary 
School. Sandy enjoyed helping everyone and could be counted on to be there wherever and 
whenever she was needed by family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to the charity of your choice .

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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THIBODAUX, ERNEST, SR.

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Ernest P. Thibodaux Sr., 77, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died at 9:30 p.m. 
Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral in 
Thibodaux. Mass will be held at noon today at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Lola Mary Morvant Thibodaux; sons, Bass and wife, 
Vivian "Cu", Jimmy and wife, Gina, Diamond and wife, Tammy, and Sam and wife, Rena; sister, 
Velma Thibodaux Landry; grandchildren, Race, Ladd, Kaye, Joey, Brock, Ross, and Beau 
Thibodaux; and great-grandchildren, Owen, Cloe, Lani Ray, Caroline, and Bree Thibodaux.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonidas and Ortillia Thibodaux; sons, David and 
Danny Thibodaux; brother, Issac Thibodaux; and sister, Lilia Thibodaux Andras.

He was the City of Thibodaux's milk man for 51 years. He retired May 6, 1999. He was a 
proud father and family man with an outgoing personality.

Landry's Funeral Home of Thibodaux is in charge of arrangements.

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THOMAS, GRACE 

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Grace Thomas, 78, a native and resident of Napoleonville, died Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. today at Williams and Southall Funeral Home in 
Napoleonville and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Nelson Chapel AME Church in 
Napoleonville. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by six daughters, Carol Thompson, Judy Wright and Catina Gaskin all of 
Thibodaux, Betty and Linda Thomas and Ann Bradford all of Napoleonville; three sons, Luke 
Thomas of Napoleonville, Ernest and Johnny Thomas of Thibodaux; brother, Paul Smith of 
Napoleonville; and 29 grandchildren, 43 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Julious and Lena Smith; four brothers, Silas, 
Lloyd, and Julious Smith Jr. and Joseph Nelson; and three sisters, Dora and Celecila Smith 
and Lorraine Nelson.

She was a homemaker.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements.

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TRAHAN, MARIE 

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Marie "Miss Gladys" Trahan, 71, a native of Montegut and resident of Robinson Canal, 
died at 9:20 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011.

Visitation will be from 4 to 10 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at 
God's Hope of Refuge Church. Religious services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the 
church, with 
burial in New Hope Mausoleum.

She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Eulan Joseph Trahan; three sons, Kenneth and 
wife, Patricia, Lynn and wife, Lisa, and Leslie and wife, Angela Trahan; two daughters, 
Deborah and husband, Patrick Duplantis, and Alice and husband, Todd Richoux; and one 
brother, six sisters, 15 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Cecile LeBoeuf Naquin; grandson, Scott 
Richoux; great-granddaughter, Madison Richoux; and six brothers and one sister.

She was a member of God's Hope of Refuge Church.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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WILLIAMS, CYNTHIA 

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Cynthia Mercedes Williams, 48, a native and resident of Belle Rose, died Saturday, Dec. 10, 
2011 at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4:30 p.m. today at Williams and Southall Funeral Home of 
Napoleonville and from 10 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at First Israel Baptist Church in 
Belle Rose. Religious services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by two sisters, Betty Bailey of Yonkers, N.Y. and Letty Parker of Belle 
Rose; three brothers, Vincent, Stanley, and Rodney Williams all of Belle Rose; and one 
aunt, two uncles and a host of other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Cornelius Williams Sr. and Merceded Mitchell 
Williams; and brother, Cornelius Williams Jr.

She was a homemaker.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements.

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WILLIAMS, MARGARET 

Margaret Elizabeth Tingle Williams, 74, of Grenada, Miss. died Sunday, Dec. 11, 2011 at 
Providence Assisted Living.

Funeral services were held Dec. 14, at Leflore Baptist Church near Holcomb, Miss., with 
burial in Leflore Cemetery near Holcomb.

She is survived by her husband, Paul Williams; two daughters, LaDonna Cruse of Houma and 
Billie Rose Flynn of Grenada; one son, Billy Williams of Arkansas; two sisters, Rita Bonner 
of Holcomb and Agatha Tanner of Houma; two brothers, Morris E. Tingle Jr. of Holcomb and 
Henry Lewis Tingle of Collierville, Tenn.; and five grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Morris Edward Tingle and Margaret Estelle Parker 
Tingle; one sister, Emma Jean Lovell; and one granddaughter, Destiny Whitsell.

She was a homemaker and a member of Leflore Baptist Church.

National Funeral Home of Grenada, Miss. is in charge of the arrangements.

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JAMES, BRYAN 

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Bryan Hubert James, 33, a native and resident of Cut off, died Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday and from 9 to 10:45 a.m. Monday at Falgout 
Funeral Home in Galliano. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Sacred Heart Catholic 
Church in Cut Off, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his parents, Darlene P. Vega and Paul Joseph Vega; brother, Deke 
Bonvillain and fiancee, Helana; sister, Kassy James; grandmother, Rena James; nephew and 
niece, Tahj Leon Bonvillain and Neko Elise Bonvillain; and godchildren, Breanna Walton and 
Logan Rousse.

He was preceded in death by his father, Bryan R. James; grandparents, Boyd James, and E.J. 
and Joyce Pierce; and godchild, Ryan Dalby.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 17 to December 18, 2011

LECOMPTE, ALTON 

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Alton "Al" Joseph LeCompte, 90, a native and resident of Raceland, was entrusted to God's 
loving care on Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011 at Ochsner St. Anne Hospital in Raceland.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at St. Mary Nativity Catholic Church 
in Raceland. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with interment in the church 
mausoleum.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years. Gloria Detillier LeCompte; one son, Rodney 
LeCompte; two daughters, Paulette Ledet and husband, Beauregard, and Glenda Chiasson and 
husband Ray; three sisters, Delta Bourgeois, Anna Lee Pitre and Joyce Christen; and six 
grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ferdnand LeCompte and Annette Chaisson LeCompte.

Falgout Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 17 to December 19, 2011

TROSCLAIR, RALPH, JR.

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Ralph Joseph Trosclair Jr., 73, a native of Bourg and resident of Pointe-aux-Chenes, died 
at 12:15 a.m. Friday, Dec. 16, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma, with 
a military service at 10 a.m. Religious services will be held at noon Monday at the funeral 
home.

He is survived by his companion, Barbara Scott; son, Thomas Trosclair and wife, Cheryl; 
stepsons, Will and Eric Schober; daughters, Marcia T. Ellender and husband, "Bud" Jr., and 
Melissa T. Rogers and husband, Artie; stepdaughters, Sharon Chatagnier, Margie Bourdier, 
Helen Blanchard and Beth Sisk; brothers, Jerry Trosclair, and Druby Trosclair and wife, 
Kay; sisters, Mary Ellen Breaux and Odessa "Tootie" Blanchard; and seven grandchildren, 
Kami Trosclair, Benjamin Harris, Tonya Thibodeaux, Eugenie Ellender, Jeremy Westerman, 
Connor Trosclair, Mac Rogers and Skylar Trosclair; four great-grandchildren, Kali, India, 
Isabella, and Zayden; and nine step-grandchildren and nine step-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Sharon Kron Trosclair; parents, Ralph Joseph Sr. and 
Natalie Vivian Domangue Trosclair; and brother, Michael Trosclair.

He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a past Boy Scout Leader, past 
member of Unity Lodge 267 (twice), member of American Legion, Honorary member of Walter I. 
Lanier 307, 32nd degree York Right Mason, member of the Shriner of Jeruselum Temple, past 
Houma Shriner Club Capt. of the clown unit, member of Silvercreek Lodge 472- Silvercreek, 
Miss., and member of the Veteran Legion of America. He was retired from Tenneco. His 
hobbies were fishing, hunting, gardening and scenic trips.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 17 to December 18, 2011

WREN, CLEMMIE 

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Clemmie Watkins Wren, 80, of Lake Charles, died Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011 in the comfort of 
her home surrounded by her loving family.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Johnson Funeral Home Chapel. 
Funeral services will be held at noon today in the chapel, with the Rev. Randy Edwards 
officiating. Burial will be in Highland Memory Gardens.

Those left to honor and cherish her memory are her devoted husband of 63 years, Rev. Emmit 
Wren of Lake Charles; two daughters, Susan Wren Smith of Deville, and Becky Wren Farque and 
husband, Brantley, of Iowa; two sons, Michael Wren and wife, Millie, of Houma and Paul Wren 
of Aurora, Colo.; one sister, Ann Root, Gulf Breeze, Fla.; and 10 grandchildren and 12 
great-grandchildren.

Clemmie was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Audrey Watkins; and son-in-law, 
Wesley Smith.

Clemmie was born Jan. 3, 1931 in Crossett, Ark. to Roy and Bertie Gill Watkins. She has 
resided in Lake Charles since 1972 and retired as the office manager to Anthony LeBato, CPA 
after 26 years. She was a member of Sale Street Baptist Church and had served as secretary 
for the WMU for the Louisiana Baptist Convention. She loved music, crafts, and was a loving 
wife and mother. She loved to spoil her grand and great grandchildren, while always keeping 
a smile on her face.

Special thanks to Brighton Bridge Hospice and her care givers Felisa, Brandy, and Perry.

Johnson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BOURGEOIS, MANDRY, SR. 

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Mandry J. Bourgeois Sr., 87, a native of Houma and resident of Paradis, died at 4:26 a.m. 
Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at First Assembly of God Church in 
Des Allemands. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with 
burial at Mennonite Cemetery in Des Allemands.

He is survived by his wife, Jean Bourgeois; two sons, Magnel Bourgeois and wife, Maria, and 
Jimmy Bourgeois and wife, Phyllis; three daughters, Linda Holland, Brenda Vacari and Jeanne 
Bourgeois; two stepdaughters, Judith Comardelle and husband, Vernon, and Margaret Davis and 
husband, Phillip; daughter-in-law, Connie Bourgeois; and grandchildren, great-grandchildren 
and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by is mother, Helen Belanger; son, Mandry Bourgeois Jr.; stepson, 
Johnny Cullins; son-in-law, Edgar Holland; brother, Joe Bourgeois; and sisters, Dorothy 
Fincher and Rita Rhodes.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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FABRE, ARTHUR 

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Arthur Lee "T-Lee" Fabre, 75, a native of Montegut and resident of Bourg, died at 4:30 a.m. 
Friday, Dec. 16, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Ann Catholic Church. Mass will 
be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Gail Bascle Boquet Fabre; sons, Artie John Fabre and wife, 
Laura Lyons Fabre, and Chris M. Fabre and wife, Debra Matherne Fabre; stepsons, Lee Boquet 
and wife, Marilyn, and Byron Boquet; grandchildren, Melanie Fabre Gaudet and husband, 
Chris, and Nicholas Fabre; stepgrandchildren, Brittany, Hailee, and Austin Boquet; great-
grandchildren, Ava Claire Gaudet and Sophia Bella Gaudet; brothers, Curt and wife, Cele 
Fabre, and Kirby and wife, Muriel Fabre; and sisters, Lera Fabre Hebert, and Una Fabre 
Hungate and husband, Robert.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Bernard Fabre and Eula LeBouef Fabre.

Arthur was an avid fisherman, an LSU fan and a parishioner of St. Ann Catholic Church.

The family would like to thank Dr. Brian Matherne, Haydel Hospice and The Suites at Sugar 
Mill Point.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 18 to December 19, 2011

LUSCO, SAM 

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Sam Lusco, 81, a native of Smoke Bend and resident of Houma, died at 9:08 a.m. Friday, Dec. 
16, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Monday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at 
Falgout Funeral Home Chapel. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the 
chapel, with 
burial in St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2.

He is survived by his wife, Elodie Pennison Lusco; two sons, Davey and wife, Rhonda, and 
Sam and wife, Michelle Lusco Jr.; daughter, Cindy Lusco and fiance, Billy Meyer; 
grandchildren, Davey II, Sean, Eric, Meagan, and Sammy Lusco, Daniel Gros and Stephanie 
Bonner; great-granddaughter, Laresah Gros; and sister, Annette Melum.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Sam and Josephine Sagona Lusco; daughter, Ellen 
Lusco; and two brothers, Ignatius and Louis Lusco.

He was a parishioner of St. Francis de Sales and a marine. He was a Former Alderman for 
Ward II and City Council member for 12 years.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 18 to December 19, 2011

NAQUIN, JACQUELINE 

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Jacqueline Rene' Thompson Naquin, 47, native of Houston and resident of Houma, died Friday, 
Dec. 16, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at 
Thibodaux Funeral Home. Religious services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral 
home, with 
burial at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery No. 2 in Houma.

She is survived by brothers, Luther Dean Thompson and wife, Pat, and Michael R. Thompson 
and wife, Peggy; sisters, Caroline Lee Thompson Matherne and husband, Kirby Jr., and Tammy 
Lynn Baker and husband, Randall; brother-in-law, Bruce G. Braud Sr.; and a host of nieces, 
nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Benjamin Roy Thompson and Mary Jane Baile 
Thompson; daughter, Danielle Dominique Naquin; and sister, Dana Thompson Braud.

Jacqueline is a former model.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 18 to December 19, 2011

SOUDELIER, JOSEPH 

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Joseph Darcey Soudelier, 84, a native of Bourg and resident of Houma, died Friday, Dec. 16, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary 
Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church with burial at St. 
Louis Catholic Church Cemetery.

He is survived by his children, Chris Broussard and husband, Mike, Deborah Eskind and 
companion, Harry Scott, and Merrill Scott, all of Houma, and Pam Cheramie and husband, 
Glenn, of Cut Off; five grandchildren, Joe Eskind and wife, Monica, Jamie "Crow" Eskind and 
wife, Kim, Christy Poole and husband, Jud, all of Houma, Michelle Thibodeaux and husband, 
Jacob, of Bayou Blue, and Jessie Cheramie and wife, Jaime, of Cut Off; eight great-
grandchildren, Brittany Pellegrin, Justin, Taylor, and Ashley Eskind, Gavin Scott, Lauren 
Adcock, Charley Poole and Brandon Thibodeaux; two great-great-grandsons, Bransen and Bryden 
Luke; sisters, Edna Dubois, Margaret Rhodes, Patsy, and Emma Bergeron; and brothers, 
Jeffery and Russell Soudelier.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Rita Benoit Soudelier; parents, William and Agnes 
Ledet Soudelier; brothers, William, Henry, Jimmy, and Morris Soudelier; sisters, Josephine 
Soudelier and Mildred Vito; and son-in-law, Charles Eskind.

He was a World War II veteran that served in the U.S. Navy. He was a retired mechanic with 
the City of Houma. He was an avid gardener and loved to fish. His kind heart and generosity 
touched many lives. He was always there to give a helping hand, he will be sadly missed by 
many.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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RACKI, VILLIA 

Villia Mae "Granny Sug" Hood Racki, 91, a native of Atlanta and resident of Golden Meadow, 
died Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic 
Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with 
burial in Cheramie Cemetery.

She is survived by her sons, James "Jimmy" Hendrix Jr. and wife, Elsie, and Richard "David" 
Racki and wife, Angie; daughters, Johnnie Mae Davis, Betty Hartline, Linda "Dinky" Wheeler, 
Susie "Tudy" Guidry, and Freida Bonner and husband, Steve; and 23 grandchildren, 52 great-
grandchildren and 31 great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, John Chumbley; second husband, James 
Hendrix Sr.; third husband, Arthur "Rocky" Racki; parents, William and Susan H. Hood; 
daughters, Diane Chumbley and Mary "Jody" Terrebonne; brothers, Louie, Bud, June, and 
Charles "Uncle T" Hood; sister, Francis Paine; and two grandchildren and four great-great-
grandchildren.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 19 to December 20, 2011

TROSCLAIR, SUSAN 

Susan Gehbauer Trosclair, 51, a native of New Orleans and resident of Thibodaux, died 
Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

She is survived by her mother, Birdie Gehbauer; son, Kyle Trosclair; two daughters, Kesha 
Becnel and husband, Jeremy, and Brianna Trosclair; brother, Gary Gehbauer and wife, Martha; 
sister, Renea Chenier and husband, Carl; four grandchildren, Alyssa Becnel, Anna Becnel, 
Kelsey Trosclair and K. Robichaux; and godchild, C.J. Chenier.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Patrick Trosclair; and father, Ralph Gehbauer.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 20 to December 21, 2011

HELEN DAIGLE

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Helen Price Daigle, 83, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, Dec. 18, 2011.

A memorial visitation and service will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Pharr 
Chapel United Methodist Church in Morgan. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday 
at the church, with 
interment to follow in the Morgan City Mausoleum.

She is survived by six brothers brothers, Franklin Price and wife, Jackie, Merlin Price and 
wife, Miriam, Wybra Price and wife, Rose, Gerald Price and wife, Barbara, Curtiss Price and 
wife, Teresa, and Don Price and wife, Anna; three sisters, Agnes Price Wright and husband, 
James, Elizabeth "Libby" Price Allen and husband, Earl, and Charline Price Pye and husband, 
Anthony; 10 grandchildren, Belinda Guidroz Cochran and husband, James, Robert "Robbie" 
Guidroz and wife, Dawn, Nicholas Guidroz and partner, Judy Walters, Brett Guidroz and 
partner, Malory Landry, Lauren Daigle Dugas and husband, David, Elizabeth Daigle, Natalie 
Daigle, Anna-Marie Daigle, Sara Cheramie Gravois and husband, Brandon, and Nicholas "Zach" 
Cheramie; and eight great-grandchildren, one great-great grandchild and numerous nieces and 
nephews.

Helen was preceded in death by her parents, Lee Otis Price Sr. and Agnes Sauce Price; and 
three brothers, Ernest, Lee Jr., and Eugene Price.

Helen was the matriarch of her family and was very devoted to her siblings, children, 
grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She was the beloved wife of the late Allen Adam 
Daigle and devoted mother to a daughter, Dierdre Ann Daigle Guidroz who is married to 
Robert "Bobby" Guidroz of Bayou Vista, and a son, Jeffery Allen Daigle of Thibodaux, who is 
married to Connie Cheramie Daigle.

Helen Price Daigle was born on June 15, 1928 and lived her whole life in Morgan City. She 
graduated from Morgan City High in 1946. She then attended Charity Nursing School in New 
Orleans and went on to practice nursing for many years thereafter. Helen was firm in her 
Methodist faith and a lifelong member of Pharr Chapel. 
She was married to Allen Adam Daigle on March 26, 1949 and they had a loving marriage for 
57 years. 
During her life she was very civic-minded and was the first female juror in St. Mary 
Parish. She sat on the Recreational Board and the Board of Adjustments in service to her 
community. Helen was involved with Boy Scout Troop 44 for many years as she encouraged her 
son to achieve his Eagle Scout status. In addition, Helen was a longtime active member of 
AARP and was instrumental in getting Maison Jardin built in Morgan City. Helen loved 
reading, traveling and gardening. She was a loving wife and mother who will be missed by 
many.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to:
National Breast Cancer Foundation or The Alzheimer's Association

Hargrave Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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GUIDRY, RICKY 

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Ricky Guidry, 48, a native of Houma and resident of Thibodaux, died at 4:30 a.m. Sunday, 
Dec. 18, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at Samart Funeral Home of 
Houma. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, with 
burial at St. Ann Cemetery in Bourg.

He is survived by his mother, Betty Guidry; father, Reginald Guidry and wife, Loredia; 
brothers, Robbie Guidry and wife, Lee, Ryan Guidry and wife, Amanda, and Russ Guidry and 
wife, Tracey; grandmother, Violet Dupre; and three nieces, three nephews and numerous aunts 
and uncles.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Aaron and Lorena Guidry, and Dewey Dupre.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 20 to December 21, 2011

HEBERT, MELVIN 

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Melvin Michael Hebert, 79, a native and resident of Houma, died at 2:40 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 
18, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time today at St. Eloi Catholic Church. Mass 
will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his daughters, Levorne Rhodes and husband, Gil, and Loretta Morvant and 
husband, Timothy; stepdaughter, Sandra Dupre; sister, Dolores Autin; and seven 
grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Verlin Liner Hebert; parents, Abraham and Aurelia 
Hebert; brothers, Bob Hebert and Marvel Hebert; sisters, Francis Theriot and Melvia G. 
Robichaux; and son-in-law, Kenneth Dupre.

He was a parishioner of St. Eloi Catholic Church.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 20 to December 21, 2011

OLDS, PATRICK 

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Patrick W. Olds, 61, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, Dec. 9, 2011 at Eastern Maine 
Medical Center.

There will be no services held.

He is survived by his mother, Gertrude LeBlanc Olds of Louisiana; sisters, Iris Olds 
Chauvin and husband, David, of Forida and JoAnne Olds Williams and husband, Michael, of 
Louisiana; nieces and nephews, Sean Chauvin and wife, Portia, of Florida, Jade Collins and 
husband, Brent, of Spain, Rhiannon William of Louisiana and Benjamin Chauvin of Illinois; 
great-nieces and great-nephews, Alexa, Aidan, and Lucia Collins all of Spain; and many 
aunts, uncles and cousins who are saddened by his passing.

He was preceded in death by his father, William H. Olds; grandparents, Anatole J. and 
Gertie Sevin LeBlanc, James Olds and Ruth H. Sandstrom; and his life-long companions and 
best friends, Devon, Ladybug, Sebastian, Samantha and most recently, Waylon.

He was born Aug. 3, 1950 in New Orleans and resided in Lockport during his younger years. 
Patrick began his career with Delta Airlines in 1971 in Chicago, Ill. and transferred to 
Bangor where he worked as a customer service supervisor and ticket agent retiring in 1995. 
He graduated from CLHS in Mathews in 1968. Anyone who knew Patrick knew that he was a kind 
and generous man and that he always had an ongoing project.

The Olds Family gratefully thanks the team of doctors and nurses at EMMC for their care and 
compassion for Patrick. They especially thank Nancy Hatch and Dola Hinckley for their 
friendship over so many years and for their help and compassion. They also gratefully thank 
the Grover Family.

Forever in our hearts, rest in peace, favorite Maine brother and son. Rev 21:4.

In lieu of flowers, and to honor his generosity to many organizations, memorial donations 
may be made to the Humane Society or to the American Heart Association .

Kiley & Foley Funeral Service, Brewer and Bangor is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 20 to December 21, 2011

PITRE, LOUIS, JR. 

Louis J. "Louie" Pitre Jr., 89, a native of Cut Off and resident of Galliano, died at 6:20 
p.m. Sunday, Dec. 18, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time today at Christian Family Center in 
Galliano. Religious services will be held at 2 p.m. today at the church, with 
burial at Cheramie Cemetery in Galliano.

He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Judith Cantrelle Pitre; sons, Noble Pitre and wife, 
Joyce, Jackie Pitre and wife, Liz, and Tab Pitre and wife, Yvette; daughter, Bonnie Mixon 
and husband, Larry; and 24 half and step brothers and sisters, 11 grandchildren and 19 
great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis J. Pitre Sr. and Laurencia Vegas Pitre; son, 
Gus pitre; and sisters, Bertha Pitre, Jeanne Pitre and Naomie Cheramie.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 20 to December 21, 2011

SAVOIE, OLIVE 

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Olive Dupre Savoie, 88, a native and resident of Houma, died at 3:18 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 
14, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Falgout Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to 
funeral time Thursday at St. Louis Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday 
at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by two daughters, Marie Whittle Savoie and Elsie Savoie; and seven 
grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Alfred and Victoria Dupre; and 13 siblings.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 20 to December 21, 2011

VANBUREN, WALTER JR.

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Walter VanBuren Jr., 71, a native of Thibodaux, died Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4:30 p.m. today at Williams and Southall Funeral Home in 
Napoleonville and from 9 a.m. to funeral time Wednesday at New Morning Star Baptist Church 
in Labadieville. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by five sons, Lionel Williams of Avondale, Greg and wife, Ramona VanBuren, 
of Augusta, Ga., Kerry VanBuren of Houma, Troy and wife, Yolanda VanBuren, of Hampton, Va., 
and Warren Wright of Thibodaux; two daughters, Beverly and husband, Dion Fletcher, and 
Laura Wright, both of Thibodaux; four brothers, Murphy VanBuren of Thibodaux, Charles Ray, 
Earl, and Robert VanBuren, all of Tampa, Fla.; four sisters, Verna VanBuren, Cynthia and 
husband, Alvin Sewine, and Linda Lovely, all of Thibodaux, and Sarah and husband, Marlon 
Moses, of Harvey; and 14 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mary and Walter VanBuren Sr.; and his maternal and 
paternal grandparents.

He was a retired driver for Coca-Cola Enterprises Inc.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 20 to December 21, 2011

ZERINGUE, SAM, JR.

Sam J. Zeringue Jr., 74, a native of Houma and resident of Raceland, died at 6:19 p.m. 
Sunday, Dec. 18, 2011.

Graveside services will be held at a later date, with 
burial in St. Charles Borromeo Cemetery.

He is survived by his son, Randy Zeringue; daughter, Michelle Portier; brothers, Mert, Don, 
Daniel, and Robert Zeringue; sisters, Marion Champagne, Betty Theriot, Cindy Zeringue and 
Mona Hebert; and three grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Sam Zeringue Sr. and Irene Marie Danos Zeringue; 
son, Ronnie Zeringue; brothers, Fredrick and Ralph Zeringue; and sister, Geraldine 
Thibodaux.

He served in the U.S. Army.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 21 to December 23, 2011

FALGOUT, CLARENCE, JR.

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Clarence Joseph Falgout Jr., 84, a native of Theriot and resident of Dularge, died 
peacefully surrounded by family at 11:32 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Eloi Catholic Church. Mass 
will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with 
burial in Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Irene Chaisson Falgout: loving son, Chris Falgout 
and wife, Linda; loving son, Brian Falgout 1st, and loving daughter Theresa "Dee Dee" 
Fischer and husband, Mark; loving grandchildren who absolutely adored him, Holly Desmore 
and husband, Alan, Christa Falgout and Fiance', Troy Chauvin, Brian Falgout II, Brent 
Falgout, Mindy Fischer and companion, Adam Smith, and Katie Fischer; great-grandchildren, 
Caroline Fields, Allison Desmore, Claire Desmore, Saylor Avara, Ramsey Avara, Zayden 
Falgout and baby Adyson Smith; step-great-grandchildren whom he loved as his very own, 
Mersadie Desmore, Ashley Desmore, Hailey Chauvin and Justin Smith; step-great-great-
grandchild, Cole Desmore; two brothers, Thaddeus "T.J." Falgout of Houma and Eustis Falgout 
of Houma; and his only sister, Velma Ernst of Seward, Alaska.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence Falgout Sr. and Marie Thibodaux Falgout; 
and two brothers, Raymond Falgout and Druby Falgout.

Paw Paw Clarence was the rock in our family, truly the strongest person we've ever met. 
Words can never describe how much he is loved or how much he will be missed! He never met a 
stranger and would always do anything for anybody. To know him was to love him. We are 
thankful for the time he was here and he will live forever in our hearts. You fought a good 
fight till the very end! Your suffering is over and you are at peace now!

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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JOHNSON, JOHNELL 

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Johnell Johnson, 60, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died Sunday, Dec. 
18, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 to 10:55 a.m. Thursday at New Rising Sun Baptist Church. Mass 
will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with 
burial in Southdown Cemetery.

She is survived by his son, Kawina Allen of Houma; brothers, Earl Johnson Sr. and wife, 
Marilyn, of San Bernardino, Calif., Clarence Johnson and wife, Rosa Lee, of Houma, Richard 
Johnson and wife, Amanda, of Chino, Calif. and Ivory Van Johnson of Houma; and sisters, 
Sandy Simms of Houma and Sherry Ann Johnson of Houma.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Wildred Johnson; sisters, Beatrice Smith 
and Yvonne Johnson; and grandparents, Frank and Fannie Bell, Thomas and Clara Johnson, and 
Frank and Beulah Watson.

She was a member of New Rising Sun Baptist Church.
She was a custodian.

Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 21 to December 22, 2011

JOSEPH, GLADYS 

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Gladys Picou Joseph, 84, a native of Terrebonne Parish and Houma, died Thursday, Dec. 15, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home 
and from 9 to 10:55 a.m. Thursday at Residence Baptist Church. Religious services will be 
held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with 
burial in Union Benevolent Cemetery.

She is survived by sons, Jerry Hawkins Sr. and wife, Carolyn, and Frank Hawkins Jr. and 
wife, Arnetta, of Houma; daughters, Rosemary Thompson of Houston, Barbara Ann Bailey and 
husband, Frank, of Berwick, and Betty Jean Knightshed of Houma; brother, Isaac Picou of 
Houma; sisters, Elnora Picou of Houma and Georgia P. Thomas of Lake Charles; and 14 
grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husbands, Herbert Joseph and Frank Hawkins Sr.; parents, 
Thomas and Flossie Watson Picou; brothers, Junius Reed and Thomas Picou Jr.; and sisters, 
Doretha Frye and Verline Picou.

He was a member of Residence Baptist Church, a member of Union Benevolent Society and a 
homemaker.

Gertrude Geddes Willis-Terrebonne Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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KRAEMER, STEVEN 

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Steven Adam Kraemer, 63, a native of Bayou Cane and resident of Raceland, died at 4:15 a.m. 
Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic 
Church. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Marilyn Gautreaux Kraemer; son, Adam Petrolia; 
daughters, Amy Champagne and husband, Shannon, Erica Matherne and husband, Ted Jr., and 
Stephanie Houston and husband, Bill; brothers, Gene Kraemer, Howard Kraemer and W.J. 
Kraemer; sisters, Rose Day, Lorraine Ledet, Cynthia Bernucho and Mary Kraemer; and three 
grandchildren, Brett Matherne, Mallory, Ethan, and Chance Champagne.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Aurelien Kraemer Sr. and Helena Bourg Kraemer; 
brothers, Aurelien Kraemer Jr. and Stanley Kraemer; and sisters, Vesta Perkins and Gloria-
Marie Kraemer.

He was a parishioner of St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church and employed by Southern 
Recycling.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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PITRE, LEONIDA 

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Leonida Marie Pitre, 87, a native of Terrebonne Parish and resident of Houma, died at 1:55 
p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Chauvin Funeral Home. Liturgy 
of the Word will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with 
burial in Southdown Cemetery.

She is survived by her husband, Horace Pitre Sr. of Houma; sons, Horace Pitre Jr. and wife, 
Nancy, of Houma, and Chris Pitre Sr. of Houma; daughters, Eva Eschete and husband, Larry 
Paul Eschete, of Bayou Blue, Mary Babin of Houma, and Brenda Pitre of Houma; brother, 
Richard Exnicious of Houma; grandchildren, Dallas O'Quinn of Houma, Brian O'Quinn and wife, 
Amber, of Thibodaux, Timothy Barber and fiancee', Dodie, of Houma, Brandi Whitaker Molaison 
and husband, Todd, of Houma, Chris Pitre Jr. of Houma, Michael Pitre of Houma, Josh Pitre 
of Houma, Christina Pitre of Houma, Kellie Ann Pitre of Houma, Michael Pitre of Chauvin, 
Sheila Babin of Houma and Anna Babin of Houma; great-grandchildren, Seth, Lindsay, Ross, 
Jordan, Kirsty, Dallas Jr., Cali Ann, Ethan, Arianna, Jayden, Baby Molaison, Caleb and 
Damian Hughes; and great-great-grandchild, Jessica Taylor O'Quinn.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Eva Exnicious; son, Jodi Michael Pitre; 
brothers, Louis Exnicious and Irby Exnicious; and sister, Evelyn Leonard.

She was a parishioner of St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church. 

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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TRAHAN, LEON 

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Leon J. "Big Daddy" Trahan, 24, a native and resident of Grand Isle, died on Monday, Dec. 
19, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Samart-Mothe Funeral Chapel in 
Cut Off. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday in the chapel, with 
burial in Cheramie Cemetery.

He is survived by his parents, Dudley and Crystal Trahan; half brother, Daniel James Berry; 
sister, Sylvia Duet and husband, Ramie; half sisters, Tasha Eschete and husband, Mark, and 
Tonya Berry; and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Billy Leachman; and niece Madison Mussel.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements.

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BROWN, WILLIE, SR. 

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Willie Brown Sr., 55, a resident of Thibodaux, died Sunday, Dec. 18, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at New St. Matthews Missionary 
Baptist Church, 4839 La. 308 in Mathews. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday 
at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Rosalie Rounds Brown; parents, Rev. Earl Brown Jr. and Susie 
Marie Brown of Napoleonville; son, Willie Brown Jr.; stepsons, Salvador, Christopher, and 
Wendell Rounds; stepdaughters, Tomeeka and Shelly Rounds all of Thibodaux; seven brothers, 
Edward and Douglas Brown of Thibodaux, Jeffery and wife, Tara Brown of Schriever, Michael 
and wife, Katherine Brown of Gibson, Gregory and wife, Carolyn Brown of Belle Rose, Raymond 
Brown of Napoleonville, and Darryl Brown of West Palm Beach, Fla.; four sisters, Carrie 
Fernandez of Donaldsonville, Sherryl Brown of Napoleonville, Angela and husband, Donald 
Jefferson of Labadieville and Linda and husband, Harvey Hills of Riviera Beach, Fla.; 
mother-in-law, Nancy Rounds; four sisters-in-law, Louise and husband, Alvin Smith of 
Schriever, Shirley Rounds of Thibodaux, Stella Homer of Chicago and Gail Brown of Beaumont, 
Texas; brother-in-law, Stanely Rounds of Chicago; and godchildren and a host of uncles, 
aunts, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, McKinley and Moesa Benjamin; 
paternal grandparents, Angnetta and Earl Brown Sr.; three uncles, Cleveland, Roland, and 
Felton Benjamin; and two aunts, Almedia Vick and Carrie Brown.

He was a member of Morning Star Baptist Church and he worked many years as a welder and 
carpenter. He loved talking about the goodness of Jesus.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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FLETCHER, MABLE 

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Mable Meads Fletcher, 82, a native and resident of Labadieville, died Thursday, Dec. 15, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 3 to 6 p.m. today at Williams and Southall Funeral Home in 
Napoleonville and from 10 to 11:45 a.m. Friday at St. Mark Baptist Church in Labadieville. 
Religious services will be held at noon Friday at the church, with burial in the church 
cemetery.

She is survived by five daughters, Leona Fletcher of Lake Charles, Sandra Fletcher of 
Labadieville, Gladys and husband, Rev. Lionel Green of Baton Rouge, Eliska and husband, 
Keith Etienne of Baton Rouge, and Electa and husband, Vincent Mickens Sr. of Labadieville; 
two sisters, Ethel Randolph of Labadieville, and Leola and husband, Ellis Brown of San 
Jose, Calif.; four sisers-in-law, Betty Turner, Ethel Meads, Rose Meads and Velma Breaux; 
two brothers-in-law, Ellis Brown and Isaiah Breaux; and 11 grandchildren and a host of 
nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest H. Fletcher; parents, Adeline and Zack 
Meads Sr.; two sons, Ernest Jr. and Kirk Fletcher Sr.; three sisters, Eliska and Suvelia 
Thomas and Gladys Bank; and four brothers, Mack, Zack, Ulysses, and Denver Meads.

She was a homemaker.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville is in charge of arrangements.

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GALJOUR, AMAY 

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Amay Lorraine Galjour, 96, a native and resident of Cut Off, was entrusted to God's Loving 
Care on Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2011 in Lockport.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time today at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in 
Cut Off. Mass will be held at noon today at the church, with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by one daughter, Janette Galjour Dantin and husband, Henry Joseph Dantin; 
four brothers, Syrus, Franklin, Restile, and Harris Lorraine; sister, Valerie Lorraine 
Jambon; three granddaughters, Susan Dantin, Polly D. Cheramie and Tracy D. Guidry; six 
great-grandchildren, Amy Arceneaux, Annie Arceneaux, Desiree G. Brunet, Adam Cheramie, 
Alicia Arceneaux and Whitney Cheramie; and three great-great-grandchildren, Max Arceneaux, 
Makalia Torres and Landyn Brunet.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Whitney Galjour; and parents, Frank Lorraine and 
Olympia Pierce Lorraine.

The family would like to express their heartfelt appreciation to Dr. Camille Pitre and her 
staff at the Lady of the Sea Hospital, Delisha, Carissa, Boo Boo, and Staff at the Broadway 
Nursing Home and Amedisy Hospice of Houma.

Falgout Funeral Home of Galliano in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 22 to December 23, 2011

KAPPEL, GERALD 

Gerald Lee Kappel, 68, a native and resident of Houma, died at 3:38 a.m. Monday, Dec. 19, 
2011.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

He is survived by his siblings, Edward Kappel, Loretta Kappel and Melvin Kappel Jr.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Debbie Kappel; and parents, Melvin R. Kappel Sr. and 
Pearl Porche Kappel.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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ROUGEE, EDNA 

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Edna Marse Rougee, 95, a native and resident of Vacherie, died Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church 
in Vacherie. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with burial in the church 
cemetery.

She is survived by seven sons, Jerry Rougee and wife, Dorothy, Harold Rougee and wife, 
Esther, Wallace Rougee and wife, Martha, Michael Rougee and wife, Jeanette, Raymond Rougee 
and wife, Vicky, Ralph Rougee and wife, Marilyn, and Alfred "T-Son" Rougee; two daughters, 
Rose and Mae Rougee; two sisters, Josephine M. Ballanga and Isabelle M. Delatte; and 16 
grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, one step-great-grandchild and one great-great-
grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Lucien Rougee; parents, James John Marse Sr. and 
Therentia Falgoust Marse; brothers, Gaston, Philip, and James Jr. Marse; twin sisters, 
Cecile M. Simon and Cecilia M. Webre; and grandson, Jade.

She was a devout Catholic and faithful member of Our Lady of Peace Adoration Chapel.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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EDMOND, WILLIS 

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Willis Joseph Edmond, 51, a resident of Gray, died Monday, Dec. 19, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Community Funeral Home. Funeral 
services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with burial in Halfway 
Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Burnese Brown Edmond; father, Melvin James Edmond Sr.; 
daughter, Jamie Lynn Edmond; brothers, Melvin J. Edmond and wife, Ulee, Steven J. Edmond, 
Albert Edmond and wife, Shannon, and Michael A. Edmond; sisters, Gwendolyn A. Edmond Cooks 
and husband, John, and Jacqueline A. Edmond Jones and wife, Osben; and grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Anna Belle Cheatham Edmond; and grandparents, Irvin 
and Mary Bates Cheatham, and Willis and Philomena Frank Edmond.

He was Catholic and a machine operator for Huey Stockstill.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 23 to December 24, 2011

LEBLANC, FELIX 

Felix Joseph LeBlanc, 79, native of Paincourtville and resident of Thibodaux, died 
Thursday, Dec. 22, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 to 10:30 a.m. today at Ourso Funeral Home in Donaldsonville. Mass 
will be held at 11 a.m. today St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Paincourtville, 
with interment to follow in the church mausoleum.

He is survived by his son, Charles LeBlanc and wife, Karey and sons Gregory and Bryan; 
daughter, Annie Limmer and husband, Garrett and daughters Sheridan, Shelby, and Sydney; 
son, George LeBlanc and wife, Stacey and sons Kirtley and Kennedy; sisters, Hilda LeBlanc 
Rodrigue, Annie LeBlanc Russo, Shirley LeBlanc Naquin and husband, Irvin Naquin Sr., Lena 
LeBlanc Jacobsen, and Stella LeBlanc Lopez and husband, Fallon Lopez; and three 
stepchildren, Kathy Plaisance, Allen Gros and wife, Julie, and Daryl Gros and wife, Penny.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Marie Thibodeaux Gros LeBlanc; sisters, Ruby LeBlanc 
Moon and Delta LeBlanc Campo; and brothers-in-law, Tennyson Rodrigue Sr., James Moon, Peter 
Russo Sr., Leroy Campo and Jake Jacobsen.

Ourso Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BOURG, CLARA 

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Clara D. Bourg, 78, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of Galliano, died at 4:17 a.m. 
Friday, Dec. 23, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 10 p.m. Sunday and from 8 to 10:45 a.m. Monday at Falgout 
Funeral Home in Galliano. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Joseph 
Catholic Church in Galliano, with 
burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Galliano.

She is survived by her husband, Ervin Bourg; two sons, Myron Bourg and wife, Charlotte, and 
Mark Bourg; two daughters, Miriam Gisclair and husband, Rodney, and Melissa Gisclair and 
husband, Rusty; two sisters, Leola Guidry and Rema Chouest; seven grandchildren, Zachary 
Gisclair, Quint Bourg, Ashley Cheramie, Jai Bourg, Emily Bourg, Eric Bourg and Connor 
Gislcair; and one step-grandchild, eight great-grandchildren, three step-great-
grandchildren and one step-great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Dewey and Roselind Kiger Doucet; and daughter-in-
law, Mary Barrilleaux Bourg.

She was member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and the Ladies Altar Society.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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CHAMPAGNE, EDDIE, SR. 

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Eddie Anthony Champagne Sr., died at 11:25 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 22, 2011.

Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation from 9 a.m. to 
funeral time today at St. Anthony Catholic Church, 234 Angus Drive in Luling. Mass will be 
held at 11 a.m. today at the church, followed by 
interment at St. Charles Cemetery in Luling. 
Information: 504-341-9421

He was the beloved husband of Martha Bergeron Champagne; father of Floris Mae Wakefield 
(Randall), Martin Champagne (Gail), Regina Champagne Babin (Terry), Eddie Champagne Jr. 
(Sarah), Michael Champagne (Jamie), Aaron Champagne (Traci), Joshua Champagne, and the late 
Mitchell A. Champagne and Sidney Champagne; brother of Claribell Baudoin, Betty Landry, and 
the late Gloria Oertling, Floris Mae Champagne, and Felix (Buddy) Champagne; grandfather of 
Joshua, Alyssa, Jonathan, Michelle, Wesley, Nathan, Sydni , Madalyn, and Alix; and great-
grandfather of Landon and Liam

Mr. Champagne was an Eagle Scout, was a U.S. Marine who served in the Pacific Theater World 
War II, and was retired from Exxon Oil Company. Eddie was a loving husband who just 
celebrated 60 years of marriage on Dec. 4, 2011.

The family would like to thank River Region Hospice, Metro, and the St. Charles Hospital 
for their devoted care.

In lieu of flowers, contributions to American Cancer Society 2605 River Road New Orleans, 
La. 70121 or Masses for the souls in Purgatory are appreciated.

Westside/Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home of Marrero is in charge of arrangements.

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CHAUVIN, RICKY 

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Ricky Paul "Trickster" Chauvin, 49, a native of Morgan City and resident of Houma, died 
Thursday, Dec. 22, 2011.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

He is survived by his brother, Clint Chauvin of Houma; mother, Eileen Rhodes of Houma; 
stepbrother, Ryan Chauvin of Bayou Blue; and stepsisters, Rhonda Evans of Houma and Robin 
Chauvin of Houma.

He was preceded in death by his father, Percy Chauvin; and grandparents, Marian Robichaux 
Rhodes and William Anthony Rhodes, and Beatrice Samanie Chauvin and Antoine Chauvin.

He was employed by CVS.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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FORET, DOUGLAS 

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Douglas P. Foret, 80, a native and resident of Raceland, died Thursday, Dec. 22, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday at Falgout Funeral Home and from 8 a.m. to 
funeral time Tuesday at St. Mary Catholic Church in Raceland. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. 
Tuesday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Loretta Cantrelle Foret; two daughters, Lisa Perrin and wife, 
Tim, and Paula Theriot and husband, Gerard; brother, Dewey Foret; sister, Mildred Foret; 
and seven grandchildren, Hunter and Austin Perrin, Claire, Nicholas, and Jacob Theriot, and 
Kayla and Brennan Pierce.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Clarise Monier Foret; and daughter, 
Melissa Foret.

He was a parishioner of St. Mary Catholic Church. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean 
Conflict and a member of the American Legion and VFW.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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REED, ALLEN 

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Allen Michael Reed, 23, a native and resident of Galliano, died Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2011.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to funeral time Monday at Galliano United Methodist Church. 
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the church, with 
burial at Cheramie Cemetery in Galliano.

He is survived by his parents, Troy Reed and Charity Buckley, and stepfather, Carl Buckley; 
grandfather, Michael Reed; and nephew, Caiden Billiot

He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Susan Reed.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 24 to December 27, 2011

ZERINGUE, GUY, JR.

Guy Paul Zeringue Jr., 62, a native of Houma and resident of Thibodaux, died at 12:11 a.m. 
Friday, Dec. 23, 2011.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday at St John Catholic Church in Thibodaux and from 
8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral. Mass will be held at 11 
a.m. Tuesday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery No. 2.

He is survived by his brother, Kevin Paul Zeringue and wife, Jodi of Decatur, Ala.; sister, 
Carlean Zeringue Groves and husband, Audrey "Pee Wee" Groves of Houma; nephew, Michael 
Shane Groves of Houma; and great-niece, Michelle Ann Groves of Houma.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Guy Paul Zeringue Sr. and Irma Samanie Zeringue; 
and brother, Ronald Paul Zeringue.

He was a parishioner of St John's Catholic Church.

In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations to be made to St. John the Evangelist 
Catholic Church in Thibodaux LA at 2085 St Mary Street, Thibodaux LA 70301.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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CORTEZ, BERT, SR. 

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Bert J. Cortez Sr., 65, a native of Des Allemands and resident of Larose, died Thursday, 
Dec. 22, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Monday and from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at 
Christian Fellowship Church. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with 
burial in Holy Rosary Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Beverly Orgeron Cortez; sons, Bert Cortez Jr. and 
wife, Leslie, and Jason Cortez and wife, Chloe; daughters, Julie Cortez, Melinda Rodriguez, 
Vivian Sevin and husband, Marty, Hope Arceneaux and husband, Jason, and Dawn Bergeron and 
husband, Randy; brothers, Malcom and Gary Cortez; sisters, Deanna Cologne, Linda Chapman 
and Sallie Schutz; and 20 grandchildren, four step-grandchildren and eight great-
grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Gertrude Cortez; brother, Joseph "Crip" 
Cortez; sisters, Gail Guidry and Judy Bryant; and one still born grandchild.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to offset funeral expenses.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 25 to December 27, 2011

LECOMPTE, EFFIE 

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Effie LeBoeuf LeCompte, 91, a native and resident of Houma, died Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Monday at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. to 
funeral time Tuesday at St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church. Mass will be held at 11 
a.m. Tuesday at St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church, with burial in St. Francis de 
Sales Cemetery No. 2.

She is survived by her sons, Gary LeCompte Sr. and wife, Bonna, of Houma and Kenneth 
LeCompte of League City, Texas; daughters, Katha Rogers and husband, Danny, of Westwego and 
Sandrea Rush and husband, Keith, of Gonzales; sisters-in-law, Walterine LeBoeuf of Houma 
and Mildred LeBoeuf of Houma; and 11 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and nine great-
great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William Joseph LeCompte; parents, Charles and 
Mable Samonie LeBoeuf; brothers, J.C. LeBoeuf, Chester LeBoeuf, Allen LeBoeuf and Randolf 
LeBoeuf; sisters, Jeanne Hebert, Verna Trahan, Lorena Duplantis; grandson, Gary LeCompte 
Jr.; great-grandson, Gary LeCompte III; great-great-granddaughter, Kaliya Renee LeCompte; 
and daughter-in-law, Eileem of League City, Texas.

She was parishioner of St. Bernadette Soubirous Catholic Church. She was a member of the 
Catholic Daughters of American at St Bernadette Catholic Church. She was also a member of 
the Ladies Kaycee Auxiliary.

She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. She 
loved to cook and bake cakes for her family.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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ROBICHAUX, THOMAS 

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Thomas "T.J.""Lou" J. Robichaux Sr., 94, a native and resident of Larose, died Friday, Dec. 
23, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. 
Mass will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his children, Cathy Smith, Tommy Robichaux and wife, Suzanne, Ruth 
Falgout and husband, Ted, Johnny Robichaux and wife, Sherry, and Paul Robichaux and wife, 
Jerri; and eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Wildred Leblanc Robichaux; parents, Thomas and 
Florence Plaisance Robichaux; brother, Edmond Robichaux; and son-in-law, Louis Smith Jr.

Mr. Thomas was an avid gardener and cattleman and was retired from Gulf Oil Co. for more 
than 25 years. He was a veteran of World War II that served in the Philippines.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to Holy Rosary School or the Larose Civic 
Center in Mr. Thomas name.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 25 to December 27, 2011

ROSAMOND, PEGGY 

Peggy Lynn Rosamond, 57, a resident of Houma, died Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011.

A memorial service will be announced at a later date.

She is survived by her husband, James Drew Rosamond; son, Jason Paul Rosamond; sisters-in-
law, Sherry Rosamond of Colorado and Marianne Rosamond Matherne; and mother-in-law, Ginger 
Carter.

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CORTEZ, TERRANCE 

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Terrance "Cabbage" P. Cortez, 71, a native of Kraemer and a resident of Vacherie, died at 
1:45 p.m. Friday, Dec. 23, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Tuesday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church 
in Vacherie. Mass will be at 11 a.m. at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

His is survived by two sons, Joseph A. Cortez and Terrance M. Cortez and wife, Francesca; 
one brother, Mike Rosine; one sister, Gayle Rosine; and three granddaughters, Tammy C. 
Rodrigue, Mamie Cortez and Brandi Cortez.

He was proceeded in death by his wife, Bertha Falgoust Cortez.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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GIROIR, SUSAN 

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Susan Mary "Sue" Giroir, 59, a native and resident of Gibson, died at 5 a.m. Friday, Dec. 
23, 2011 from a battle of lung cancer.

Visitation will be from 2 p.m. to funeral time Tuesday at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic 
Church. Religious services will be held at 4 p.m. Tuesday at the church.

She is survived by two brothers, Roy Giroir Jr., and Merriel Giroir and wife, Maria; two 
sisters, Jean Giroir, and Irma Pitre and husband, Bud Caro; three nephews, Chad Giroir, 
Chance Caro and Sam Grayson; three nieces, Leslie Frusha, Tara Pitre and Brandi Caro; three 
great-nephews, Jeromy Giroir, Jamey Morvant and Carsyn Giroir; one great-niece, Magen Caro; 
and a host of many great friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy John Giroir Sr. and Marguerite Dufrene 
Giroir.

She was a parishioner of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. She was a member of the St. 
Louis Bayou Blue Ladies Auxiliary and a faithful blood donor at Terrebonne General Medical 
Center. She was the best aunt anyone could have and a "mother hen" to many and a person who 
lived a very simple life.

Family would like to thank all the staff at LSU Chabert Medical Center for the great care 
that was given.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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BANKS, JERRY LYNN 

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Jerry Lynn Banks, 56, a native of Jonesboro, Ark. and resident of Gray, died 
Saturday, Dec.24. 

He is survived by his mother, Evelyn Bailey, his son, Brandon Banks, his 
brothers, Billy Banks and fiance Cyndi Doucette of San Diego,CA and Jimmy Banks 
and wife Lisa of Biloxi, Miss., his sister Regina Parks and husband Peter of 
Bayou Blue and his sister-in-law Wanda Banks.

He was preceded in death by his father, Billy Banks, and his step-father, Wayne 
Bailey.

Visitation will be held from 6 to 9p.m. Tuesday at Chauvin Funeral Home, which 
is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet on December 27, 2011

BOUDREAUX, MICHAEL ERNEST 

Rev. Michael Ernest Boudreax, 49, a native of Baton Rouge and a resident of Golden Meadow, 
died Dec. 23, 2011.

He is survived by his wife, Edna LaBiche Boudreaux, his father, Charles Ridley Boudreaux, 
his son, Victor Boudreaux, his daughters, Anastasia Boudreaux and Nona Boudreaux, his 
sisters, Cheryl Gifford, Donna Simmons and Linda Ellison, his brother, Thomas Boudreaux, 
and step-siblings George Webb, Debby Rockett, Kristy Kennison, Taylor Webb, Dean Perry, 
Stacey Webb, Jesse Germany, Kurt Webb and Cabot Webb.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Nona Hotard Boudreaux, and his step-mother, Avonia 
Boudreax.

Visitation will be held from 9a.m. to 2p.m. Wednesday at the Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in 
Cut Off.
A memorial service will be held at 2p.m., with burial afterwards at the Cheramie Cemetery 
in Galliano.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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FOURNIER, THERESA P. 

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Theresa P. Fournier, 82, a native of Valentine and a resident of Raceland, died Sunday, 
Dec. 25.

She is survived by her husband, Peter Fournier; her son Wayne Fournier and wife Suzanne; 
her son Keith Fournier and wife Ann; her daughter Barbara Boudreaux and husband Ferrel; her 
brother Henry Punch; her sister Irene Savoie; and 9 grandchildren and 16 great-
grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Lucien Punch Sr. and Aline Plaisance Punch; two 
brothers, Lucien Jr. and Edward Punch; and a sister, Lucille Arcement.

Visitation will be held from 9a.m. to 11a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church in Raceland.

Funeral services and burial in the church cemetery will follow afterward.

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LEE, LOUIS M., SR.

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Louis M. Lee, Sr. ,101, a native of Leeville and a resident of Golden Meadow, died 
Saturday, Dec. 24, 2011.

He is survived by his son, Louis M. Lee, Jr. and wife Diana; his daughters Barbara and 
Toups and husband Dallas, and Audrey Richoux and husband Leroy; his grand-children, Vickie 
Lee, Ellen Lambert, Christopher Lee, Rhonda Anglette, Tina Danos, Dawn Bergeron and Reed 
Richoux; and his great-granchildren, Jordan Falgout, Austin Falgout, Payton Falgout, Jacob 
Lambert, Brant Wells, Tyler Wells, Randy Wells, Emma Anglette, Jacob Danos, Jani Danos, 
Dylan Bergeron and Lauren Bergeron.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Rita Boudreaux Lee; his parents, Pierre Lee and 
Adeline Gomez Lee; his brothers, Pierre Lee Jr., Ralphael and David Lee; his sister, Evelyn 
Lee Kaiser; and his grandson, Brody Falgout.

He was a parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor and a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps 
during World War II.

Visitation will be held from 9 to 11a.m. Wednesday at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic 
Church in Golden Meadow, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11a.m. 

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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LUKE, EZELLA JOSEPHINE 

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Ezella "Chippy" Josephine Luke, 81, died Friday, Dec. 23, 2011 at 10:40p.m.
She was a native and resident of Houma.

She is survived by her four daughters, Barbara Thibodeaux, Tammy Cabanilla and husband 
Alex, Sandra Johnson and husband Dean, and Rachael Luke and companion Ray Aceves; her six 
sons, Jerry Luke and companion Dolores Gautreaux, Harold Luke and friend Donald Louviere, 
Henry Luke and wife Anna, Timmy Luke and wife Trudy, Jody Luke and Danny Luke and wife 
Lisa; two sisters, Zelthia LeBouef and Jane Pellegrin; three brothers, James Trosclair, 
Eugene Trosclair and Lawrence Trosclair; 21 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William "Wille" Pierre Luke, son Carl Luke, 
parents Mary and Julian Trosclair, brothers Rudy Trosclair and "T.B." Joseph Trosclair, 
sister Ruth Aucoin and a son-in-law, Glenn Paul Thibodeaux.

She was a parishioner of Holy Family Catholic Church.

Most importantly, she loved being with her family. She loved to go to the casino, play 
bingo, and cook with her family.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 27 from 5:00 to 9:00p.m. at Chauvin Funeral Home 
and Wednesday, Dec. 28 from 8:30a.m. to 11a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday at 11a.m. at the church, with burial in 
the church cemetery afterward.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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SMITH, JAMES EDWARD 

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James Edward Smith, 49, a native of New Orleans and a resident of Schriever, died Friday, 
Dec. 23, 2011.

He is survived by his wife, Chessley Smith, his mother, Ora Lee Smith, his birth parents, 
Irma Williams and William McKinley; his sons, Anthony Smith, Marcus Smith and Jerail 
Lawson; his daughter, Shayla Smith; his brothers William McKinley; his sisters, Tiffany 
Bradley, Betty Jones, Bertha and Christine Jones; his father and mother-in-law, David and 
Judy Lawson, and his aunts, Dorothy Gills, Hazel Burns and Thelma Butler.

Visitation will be held from 10 to 11a.m. Wednesday at Chauvin Funeral Home, with a funeral 
service after.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements cemetery afterward.

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BASSHAM, CARL 

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Carl Federick Bassham, 86, a native of Huddy, Ky., and a resident of Houma, 
died at 4 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2011.

Visitation will be from 2 p.m. until funeral time Thursday at Chauvin Funeral 
Home. Services will be at 3 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Duple Grant Bassham of Houma; one son, 
David Bassham and wife Michelle Baron Bassham of Houma; one son-in-law, Donald 
Ray Webb of Monroe, N.C.; five grandchildren, Michael Adam Bassham of Houma, 
Kathryn Webb Correa of San Angelo, Tex., Michelle Lee Webb of Clearwater, Fla., 
Marian Olivia Webb Deaton of South Carolina, and Allison Rae Webb of San 
Angelo, Tex.; and one great-grandchild, Jacob Webb of South Carolina.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John Harry and Olivia Bassham; his 
daughter, Linda Bassham Webb; his brother, James Harry Bassham; and his sister, 
Hazel Bassham Hawthorne.

Carl retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company. He was a second lieutenant 
during World War II in the Army Air Corps.

He was a member of the VFW and the Masonic Lodge. he was a member of the Senior 
Citizen Bridge Club in Concord, N.C. and was an award-winning bridge player. He 
was an avid fan of the Saints and University of Kentucky basketball.

Carl loved life and loved being around family and friends. He was a loving 
husband and a devoted father and grandfather.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet on December 28, 2011

BROWN, STANLEY 

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Stanley "Downtown" Brown, 54, a native and resident of Belle Rose, died Friday, 
Dec. 23.

He is survived by his devoted companion, Marie Millien; four sons, Rendell, 
Stanley and Derrick MIllien and Jamel Landry; one daughter, Karen Bozeman; 
eight sisters, Ruth Fleming, Sylvia and Emelda Brown, Peggy White, Shirley 
Williams, Sheila Cassi, Anthanette Thomas and Jennifer Bell; three brothers, 
Mickey, Richie and Jerry Brown; five grandchildren and a host of aunts, uncles, 
nieces, nephews and other relatives.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Emelda and Clarence Brown, Sr; and two 
brothers, Clarence Jr. and Lloyd Henry Brown.

Visitation will be held from 4p.m. to 7p.m. Tuesday and 9a.m. to 11a.m. 
Wednesday at the Williams and Southall Funeral Home in Donaldsonville; 
religious services will follow, with burial at the First Baptist Church 
Cemetery in Belle Rose.

Williams and Southall Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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CHANCY, PATRICIA 

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Patricia Ann Chancy, 61, a native of Gainesville, Fla., and a resident of 
Houma, died at 4:45 a.m. Monday, Dec. 26, 2011.

There will be no services.

She is survived by her sons, Robert B. Crews Jr. and Daniel B. Chancy; her 
daughter, Elizabeth J. Falgout and husband Jeff; and one granddaughter.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James Barney and Frances Helen Mason 
Chancy; her brother, Billy W. Chancy; and her sister, Frances Chancy.

She was a truck driver. Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of 
arrangements.

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DAVIS, DOROTHY 

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Dorothy Charpentier Davis, 70, a native of Montegut and a resident of Houma, 
died Sunday, Dec. 25, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Chauvin Funeral Home; 9 to 
funeral time Friday at Montegut Baptist Church. Services will be at 11 a.m. at 
the church, with burial in Sacred Heart Catholic Church Cemetery.

She is survived by her sons, Ollie Courteaux Jr. of Chauvin and Leonard 
Courteaux and wife Amanda of Murfreesboro, Tenn.; two daughters, Amy Grissom 
and husband Shelby and Tina Courteaux, both of Houma; her sister, Josephine 
Johnson and late husband Arnold of Lake Charles; 9 grandchildren; and 11 great-
grandchildren; her companion Nolan Blanchard; and his children, Jamie 
Blanchard, Trudy Mitchell and Ronnie Scott.

She was proceeded in death by her parents, Louis and Cornelia Charpentier; six 
brothers, Leo Paul, Joseph W., Russell, Leroy, Lloyd, and Louis Charpentier; 
two sisters, Cornelia Peggy Roth and Barbara Charpentier; and one daughter, 
Wendy Kay Courteaux.

She was a member of Montegut Baptist Church.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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DUFRIEND, HENRY 

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Henry Paul Dufriend, 68, died peacefully with his family on Saturday, Dec. 24, 
2011.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. at Anchor of Hope Baptist Church in 
Gretna.

He is survived by his very close friend, Helen Babin; his children, Shay D. 
Chedotal and husband Larry, Kristine Madona and Henry Dufriend Jr. and wife 
Danelle; his siblings, Autry Dufriend and wife Andi, Freddie Dufriend and wife 
Susan; Sonya Brown and husband Richard; Deborah Bevill and husband Mark; 
Annette Blackwell and husband Robert; Linda Mashburn and husband Nickey, Joseph 
Dufrene and wife Patricia, and Jonathan and wife Angela; four grandchildren, 
Brittany and Ryan Chedotal, Alec Dufriend and Kaley Bridges; and one great-
grandson, Tristan Chedotal.

Natchez Trace Funeral Home in Madison, Miss. is in charge of the arrangements.

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EYMARD, TILMAN 

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Tilman J. Eymard, a native and resident of Galliano, died Monday, Dec. 26, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time Thursday at Our Lady of 
Prompt Succor Catholic Church. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, 
with burial in the Cheramie Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Ruth Rogers Eymard; two sons, Bradley 
Eymard and wife Peggy and Anthony Paul Eymard; four grandchildren, Kissy Bailey 
and husband Thomas, Jarett Eymard and wife Rachel, Joshua Eymard and Reuben 
Eymard; and two sisters, Virgis Vega and Roubella Guidry.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ulysses and Agnolia Eymard; two 
brothers, Mark and Floyd Eymard; two sisters, Bernice Doucet and Hilda 
Guilbeau; and one grandchild, Colette Eymard.

He was a parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church.

He loved gardening, cooking for family and friends, playing pedro and he 
enjoyed a hard day's work. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus. His 
pride and joy was his shrimp boat, the "King of Kings."

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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GRIFFIN, WALTER, JR. 

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Walter Lee Griffin Jr., 75, a native of Robertsdale, Ala., and a resident of 
Raceland, died at 11:42 a.m. Monday Dec. 26, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at Coteau Baptist 
Church. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Jo Scoper Griffin; his son, Ricky and wife 
Mary Griffin; two daughters, Terry and husband Wendell Harwell and Roxanne 
Griffin; one brother, Bill "Butch" Griffin; six grandchildren and seven great-
grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter Sr. and Chlodine Huffman 
Griffin; and one son, Ronnie Griffin.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Coteau Baptist Church for the 
Louisiana Baptist Children's Home.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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LIRETTE, NOLAN 

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Nolan Joseph Lirette, 84, a native of Chauvin and a resident of Houma, died at 
8 a.m. Monday, Dec. 26, 2011 after a lengthy illness.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Thursday at St. Gregory 
Barbarigo Catholic Church. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, with 
burial in St. Ann Catholic Church Cemetery in Bourg.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Merill Ellender Lirette; two sons, Dr. 
David Lirette and wife Theresa Thomas Lirette of Loranger, La. and Dr. Ronald 
Lirette and wife Renee' Soudelier of Merritt Island, Fla.; four grandchildren, 
Christopher, Phillip, Sarah and Victoria; two great-grandchildren Nathan and 
Emma; and three step-grandchildren, Brandon, Brittany Lala, and Daniel 
Dubuisson.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry "Pete" Lirette and Lise Henry 
Lirette; brothers Bagley, Jeffery, Magnus and Henry; sisters Delta Lirette 
Boyer and Hilda Lirette Authement; and two infant sisters.

He was a member of St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church.

He served in the U.S. Army Air Force in World War II as part of the occupation 
force in Japan. He later retired as an electrician from Penrod Drilling 
Company. He served as a charter member and past master of the Terrebonne 
Fellowship Masonic Lodge, the Walter J. Lanier Masonic Lodge and the Scottish 
Rite Masonic Org.

The family wishes to thank Lois and S.J. Domangue and family for their support 
during Nolan's illness, and the Terrebonne Council on Aging, Terrebonne Home 
Care, Haydel Hospice, Dr. Craig Walker and the staff of the Cardiovascular 
Institute of the South and Dr. Russell Henry.

Nolan was a man of simple taste of embraced his Cajun heritage. He loved 
hunting, fishing, "scenic cruises" through the bayou country, wood and metal 
working, general tinkering and he had a manic passion for raw oysters. Above 
all, he cherished most his wife and family. We will miss him dearly. His spirit 
will always be with us.

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SCHEXNAYDER, JOY 

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Joy C. Schexnayder, 76, a native of Thibodaux and a resident of Edgard, died 
Monday, Dec. 26, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. until funeral time Wednesday at St. Joseph Co-
Cathedral in Thibodaux. Mass will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her husband, Robert "Bob" Schexnayder Jr.; two sons, Robert 
"Bobby" Schexnayder III and wife Michelle and Kenneth Schexnayder and wife 
Jill; two daughters, Lisa Jones and husband Casey and Barbara Schexnayder; two 
sisters, Iris Delaneuville and Faith Roussell; eight grandchildren, Jimmy Jone 
and wife Christy, Stephen Jones and wife Ashley, Caroline Jones, Leigh Ann 
Schexnayder, Brandon Schexnayder, Emily Schexnayder, Amy Schexnayder and Heidi 
Schexnayder; and one great-grandchild, Casey Jones.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul Champagne and Aline Copponex 
Champagne; three brothers, Wallace, Durwood and Frankie Champagne; and four 
sisters, Jackie Matherne, Audrey Raynard, Rita Jane Bohn and Mary Lou 
Schexnayder.

She was a retired school teacher, having taught for 29 years at St. Joseph 
Elementary School in Thibodaux. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Joseph Elementary library 
fund.

Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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SMITH, EARL, JR. 

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Earl Smith Jr., 66, a native of Terrebonne Parish and a resident of Houma, died 
Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2011.

Vistation will be from 9 to funeral time today at Community Funeral Home. 
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. at the funeral home, with burial in 
Southdown Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife, Gloria Smith; his sons, Earl Smith Jr. and wife 
Kanika, Wayne and wife Cindy, Lamont, Kent and Willie Singleton; his daughters, 
Tracy Smith of Houma, Vernette Mosely and Donna Mosely of Hartford, Conn.; his 
brothers, Danny Smith of New Orleans and Allen and Kevin Smith of Houma; his 
sister, Theresa S. Turner of Houma; 11 grandchildren; and three great-
grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dan Smith and Theresa Woods; his 
daughter, Devonia Carter; his brothers, Adam, Robert and John Smith; and his 
sister, Charlotte Scott, Leona Scott and Jane Jenkins.

He was a Baptist. He was retired from Vandebilt Catholic High School.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 28 to December 29, 2011

SOUDELIER, IRENE 

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Irene D. Soudelier, 89, a native of Clovely Farms and a resident of Larose, 
died at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 26, 2011.

Vistation will be from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home 
in Cut Off. Mass will be at noon Thursday at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic 
Church, with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her sons, Irvin Soudelier and wife Joyce and Cleveland 
Soudelier and wife Irene; her daughters, Elsie Soudelier, Jennifer Blankenship 
and husband Wes and Joy Rock and husband Pierre; her sisters, Lorraine 
Soudelier, Gladys Dubois, Mary Molaisson and Leola Adams; 11 grandchildren; 25 
great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 69 years, Clarence Soudelier Jr.; 
her parents, Etienne and Cecile Plaisance Dubois; four sons, Jeremy, Perry, 
Joseph and Paul Soudelier; seven brothers, Eugene, Louis, Edward, Herbert, 
Gilbert, Etienne Jr., and Edmund Dubois; three sisters, Hannah Thibodeaux, 
Angelina Dubois and Eula Ougel; and one great-grandson.

She was a Catholic.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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TORREGANO, ELIZABETH 

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Elizabeth Sims Torregano, 94, a native of New Orleans and a resident of Houma, 
died Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until funeral time at New Salem Baptist Church. 
Funeral Services will be at 11 a.m. at the church, with burial in Halfway 
Cemetery.

She is survived by her son, Herman Torregano of Houma; her daughter, Ethellane 
Sims Washington Scott and husband Ricky of Gray; 29 grandchildren and 39 great 
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Castean Torregano; her father, 
Freddie Sims; and one daughter, Gwendolyn Pete Stewart.

She was a member of New Salem Baptist Church and a homemaker.

Gertrude-Geddes Willis Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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TOUPS, BARBARA 

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Barbara Toups, 60, a native of Houma and a resident of Alto, Ga., died 
Saturday, Dec. 24, 2011.

Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Samart Funeral Home of Houma.

She is survived by her son, Robert Billiot and wife Heather; four daughters, 
Angela Riley and husband Austin; Rachel Billiot, Renee' Warren and husband Matt 
and Kristina Orgeron; her parents Francis and Loretta Toups Sr.; three 
brothers, Evan Toups Sr., Richard Toups and wife Vera and Danny Toups; eight 
sisters, Patricia Toups, Roberta Connally and husband Robert, Loretta Puckette 
and huband James, Wanda Pitre and husband Steve, Gail Naquin and husband Evans, 
Mary Toups, Caroline Neal and husband Pon, and Samantha Delahoussaye and 
husband Todd; nine grandchildren; and her special friends, Christopher Michaels 
and April.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Evans and Lillian Toups and 
Robert and Lorena Williams; her brother, Francis Toups Jr.; and her nephew, 
C.D. Connally.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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ADAMS, LORNA 

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Lorna "Teet" Adams, 59, a native and resident of Napoleonville, died Tuesday, Dec. 28, 
2001.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at St. Anne in Napoleonville. Mass 
will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by three brothers, Lynn Duet, Eric Adams and Wayne Duet; and one sister, 
Elaine Duet.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Herbert and Annalie Adams, and one brother, 
Ronald Duet.

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ALLEMAN, JOSEPH 

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Joseph L. Alleman, 76, a native and resident of Thibodaux, died Saturday, Dec. 24, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Thibodaux Funeral Home. Religious 
services will be at 11 a.m. today at the funeral home chapel, with interment at St. Joseph 
Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Earline Tardiff Alleman; one son, Michael Joseph 
Alleman and wife, Wanda; two grandsons, Barrett Alleman and Travis Alleman; and five great-
grandchildren, Victoria, Barrett Jr., Paige, Drake and Luke Alleman.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Phillip and Theresa Thibodaux Allemand; one 
brother, Ernest Allemand Sr., and three sisters, Ann Allemand Jeanise, Sadie Alleman Daigle 
and Elsie Allemand Legrange.

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ARCENEAUX, MICHAEL 

Michael "Mike C." Arceneaux, 58, a resident and native of Houma, died Tuesday, Dec. 27, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to funeral time Friday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. 
Religious services will be at 3 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

His is survived by his beloved wife of 37 1/2 years, Sheila Talbot Arceneaux; his mother, 
Gloria Hebert Arceneaux; two brothers, Russell Arceneaux and wife, Jackie, and Davis 
"Sonny" Arceneaux; four sisters, Evelyn Hebert, Lorraine Jefffery and husband, Rickie, 
Susan Arceneaux Moss; and Vickie Steib and husband, Randy; father-in-law, Russell Talbot; 
brother-in-law, Russell Talbot Jr. and wife, Angela; sister-in-law Letty Talbot Bascle and 
husband, Chris, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Davis Peter Arceneaux Jr.; and mother-in-law, Iris 
Gaston Talbot.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the American Cancer Society.

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GISCLAIR, DAN 

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Dan "Morro" Joseph Gisclair, 60, a native of Galliano and resident of Lockport, died 
Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 to 9:30 a.m. today at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home Parlor. Mass will 
be held at 10 a.m. today at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with burial in Cheramie Cemetery.

He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Lois Griffin Gisclair; daughter, Natasha Gisclair 
Cantrelle and husband, Joseph Cantrelle Jr.; grandchildren, Alyssa, Mia, Candace and 
Isabella; pallbearers, Joseph Cantrelle Jr., Eunice Griffin Jr., Ray Griffin, Eunice 
Griffin III, and Kirby, Dan, Moe, and Derek Jambon; and sister, Loretta Gisclair Jambon and 
husband, Mike.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Helena Kiff Gisclair and Morrison Joseph Gisclair.

He loved football, fishing and especially his family. He worked all over the world as a 
tugboat captain. He was a parishioner of St. Hilary Catholic Church.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home of Cut Off is in charge of arrangements.

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HENRY, KERMIT 

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Kermit Paul Henry, 78, a native and resident of Houma, died Thursday, Dec. 22, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Plymouth Rock Baptist Church. 
Funeral services are at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with 
burial in Southdown Cemetery.

He is survived by one son, Orlando Riley of Atlanta; three daughters, Joyce Thomas of 
Pheonix; Tawana Rolins of Louisville, Ky.; and Natika Steward of Houma; two brothers, 
Edward Henry (Rose) of Houma and Lionel Romar of Praireview; three sisters, Mercedes Ezell 
and Rose Ezell, both of Houma and Sandra Romar of San Diego; 14 grandchildren and seven 
great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Katie Henry; three brothers, Albert 
Verdin, Henry Williams and James Carvin Sr.; and three sisters, Salina Combs, Helouise 
Carvin and Leontine Lovely.

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JOHNSON, REGINALD 

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Reginald "Tot" Johnson, 50, a native of Terrebonne and resident of Houma, died Saturday, 
Dec. 24, 2011.

Funeral services were held Dec. 29 at First Corinthian Baptist Church, with burial in the 
Deweyville Cemetery.

He is survived by his parents, Clarence "C.W." Johnson Sr. and Rosa Lee Johnson Johnson; 
one brother, Clarence Johnson Jr.; and four sisters, Carolyn Williams (Wayne Sr.), marilyn 
Williams (Curtis), Trenell Johnson and Valarie Johnson.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Earl and Wildred Waston Johnson, and David 
and Cora Gee Johnson.

He was a Baptist.

Gertrude Geddes-Willis Terrebonne Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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JORDAN, ERNEST 

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Ernest Rankin Jordan, 79, a native of McHenry, Miss., and resident of Houma, died at 9:32 
p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2011.

Visitation will be from noon to funeral time Saturday at Moore Funeral Home. Religious 
services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, with 
burial in Sunflower Cemetery. 
A memorial service will be held from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 8, at First Baptist Church 
of Houma.

He is survived by his wife, Pat Jordan of Houma; four sons, Glen Jordan and wife Pamela of 
Houma, David Jordan and wife Nancy of Jackson, Miss., Danny Jordan and wife Catherine of 
Houma, Phillip Jordan of New Orleans; one brother, Glen James Jordan and wife Laura of 
Biloxi, Miss; five grandchildren, Gerrit Jordan of Austin, Texas, Heather Guidry of Houma, 
Randy Scott of League City, Texas, Adam Scott of Tupelo, Miss., Amelia Jordan of Houma; 
five great-grandchildren, Conner and Evan Scott of League City, Madison Grace Scott of 
Tupelo, Cason Guidry of Houma; and one brother-in-law, Clyde Rayburn and wife Johnnie Mae 
of Mobile, Ala.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Monroe and Ila Bond Jordan.

He was co-founder of Tube-Alloy Corp., and avid bass fisherman, hunter and entrepreneur.

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IRENE RICHARDELLE

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Irene LeBlanc Richardelle, 97, a native and resident of Larose, died at 6:10 p.m. Tuesday, 
Dec. 27, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Friday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in 
Larose. Mass will be at noon Friday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by one son, E.J. Richardelle and wife, Katherine C.; two daughters, Enona 
Martin and Doris Pellegrin and husband, Johnny; nine grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren 
and three great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Clement and Euzalia Gros LeBlanc; one son, Jimmy 
Richardelle; one son-in-law Tillman Martin; two brothers, Louis LeBlanc and Frank LeBlanc; 
and two sisters Pearl Adams and Jane Pagan.

She was a parishoner of Holy Rosary Catholic Church.

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RHODES, KATHLEEN 

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Kathleen M. "Kathy" Rhodes died Thursday, Dec. 22, 2010.

A memorial service was held Wednesday at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Raceland.

She is survived by one daughter, Selest Owens, and husband, Darrel; one son, Wade Rigdon; 
and the loves of her life, grandchildren Philip and Kara Rhodes. She also leaves ehind many 
friends who, over time, became family and loved her as such.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Dave J. and Elaine M. Loupe, and her former 
husband, William "Bill" Rigdon.

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RODRIGUE, ECTON, JR.

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Ecton P. Rodrigue Jr., 69, a native and resident of Larose, died Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2011.

Visitation will be from 2 to funeral time today at Our Lady of the Rosary. Mass will be at 
2 p.m. at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Ruth Trosclair Rodrigue; three sons, Ricky Rodrigue 
and wife Stacey, Todd Rodrigue, Rocky Rodrigue; five daughters, Kari R. Melancon and 
husband Arthur, Geana R. Baudoin and companion Shane Galjour, Christy R. Dore and companion 
Jacob Dufrene, Toni M. Authement and companion Danny Hebert, Tish M Eymard and husband Ken; 
one brother, Lester Rodrigue; 14 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ecton Rodrigue Sr. and Earline Guidry Rodrigue and 
one sister, Mildred Rodrigue.

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BOUDREAUX, KENNETH 

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Kenneth "Kenny" Jack Boudreaux, 71, a native and resident of Houma, died Thursday, Dec. 29, 
2011.

Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at Chauvin Funeral Home and from 8:30 a.m. to 
funeral time Saturday at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church. Mass will be held at 10 
a.m. Saturday at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his nieces, Jeanne Dehart of Dularge, Michelle Crouch and fiance', Tim 
Burnham, of DeRidder, Nickie Matt of Welsh, Alisa Champagne of Houma, and Rebecca DeHart 
and husband, Preston, of Dularge; and nephew, Trent Boudreaux and wife, Kimberly of Welsh.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Elmore Peter Boudreaux and Ouida Jeanne Theriot 
Boudreaux; brother, Arthur Joseph Boudreaux Sr.; and nephew, Arthur Joseph Boudreaux Jr.

Kenny was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. He loved 
spending time with family and he enjoyed being outdoors.

The family wishes to thank The Medical Team and Haydel Memorial Hospice.

Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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FALGOUT, MICHAEL 

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Michael "Mikey" Falgout, 33, a native of Houma and resident of Bourg, died at 10:44 a.m. 
Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. A 
Rosary will be said at noon Saturday at the funeral home, with burial in St. Ann Cemetery 
in Bourg.

He is survived by his wife, Katy Ann Naquin Falgout; parents, Francis Sr. and Patricia 
"Susie" Falgout; son, Cain Michael Falgout; daughters, Audrey Marie Falgout and Madison 
Elizabeth Falgout; brother, Francis Jr. "Bubby" and wife, Dawn; sister, Connie Falgout 
Trahan; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Richard and Kathy Naquin; brothers-in-law, Buzz 
Naquin and Jerry Trahan; three nieces, Kylee Falgout, Annie and Emily Trahan; parrain and 
nanny, Ronnie and Carol Oliver; two uncles, Louis "Jim" Falgout and wife, Sarah, and Leroy 
Joseph Falgout and wife, Marsha; aunt, Barbara Falgout; step-grandfather, Jack LaFontaine; 
and numerous cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Arnold and Ella DeSilvey, Ruffin Falgout, and 
Elizabeth LaFontaine; great-grandparents, Marjorie and Joseph Leech; brother-in-law, Sidney 
"Sid" Naquin; uncle, Peter Falgout; and cousin, Ricky Falgout.

He was a beloved husband and father and was loved by many. He loved spending time with his 
family, especially his children. He loved being outdoors and working on his aquariums.

He will be loved, missed, and will forever be in our hearts.

Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of arrangements.

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HOLMES, CLARENCE, SR. 

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Clarence Promise Holmes Sr., 75, a resident of Houma, died Thursday, Dec. 29, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at New Rising Sun Baptist Church. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in the church 
cemetery.

He is survived by his son, Oliver Wendall Holmes; daughters, Lana L. Holmes, Lisa M. 
Holmes, and Daphine H. Ellis and husband, Gregory L. Ellis; brother, David Holmes; sisters, 
Marion Jones, Sarah Holmes and Betty Holmes; and 10 grandchildren and 13 great-
grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Ella Nora Holmes; parents, Webster and Laura Moore 
Holmes; sons, Clarence Holmes Jr. and Darryl Lynn Holmes; brothers, Isaiah Holmes, and 
Chester and Webster Holmes; and sisters, Agnes Holmes Young, Lula Holmes Anderson, Myrtle 
Wolfe and Bertha Holmes Griffin.

He was a member of New Rising Sun Baptist Church. He was self employed by Houma Mattress 
and Upholstery.

Community Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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KINNIFF, GLADYS 

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Mrs. Patrick R. Kinniff, the former Gladys Libersat, 87, a native of Abbeville and resident 
of Gueydan and New Iberia for many years, passed away at 2:25 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2011 
at Heritage Manor Nursing Home in Houma.

Visitation will be on Friday, December 30, 2011 from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM and resume on 
Saturday, December 31, 2011 at 8:00 AM until services. A rosary will be prayed in the 
funeral home on Friday at 6:00 PM. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at 
Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church with Msgr. Richard Greene officiating. 
Interment will follow in Holy Family Cemetery.

She leaves to cherish her memory, her children, Jeffery Kinniff and wife, Bonnie, of 
Dublin, Ohio and David Kinniff and wife, Karen, of Houma; her grandchildren, Jennifer 
Kinniff and husband, Michael Gittings, of Washington, D.C., Amy Treeger of Dublin, Ohio, 
Kristine Manak and husband, Mike, of Sealy, Texas and Tommy Kinniff and wife, Melissa, of 
Lafayette; and great-grandchildren, Logan and Caleb Manak, and Parker, Isabella, and Sophie 
Kinniff.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband Pat, together they shared 53 years of 
marriage until his passing in 1997; her father and mother, Charles and Orelia Libersat of 
Gueydan; her son, Michael Kinniff; her brother, Charles Libersat Jr.; and her sister, 
Mildred Libersat.

She worked for Southern Pacific Transport Company in New Iberia and retired from New Iberia 
Hardware. Gladys was a wonderful cook and loved cooking for her family and guests. She 
enjoyed working in her yard.

David Funeral Home of New Iberia s in charge of arrangements.

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THIBODAUX, MILDRED 

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Mildred O. Thibodaux, 87, a resident of Choctaw, died Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2011.

Visitation will be from 8 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at St. James Chapel in Choctaw. 
Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the chapel, with burial in the church cemetery.

She is survived by her son, Ralph Thibodaux and wife, Nora; four daughters, Linda Boudreaux 
and husband, Charles, Doralee Andras, Paula Kraemer and husband, Clayton, and Elizabeth 
Faucheux and husband, Michael; sister, Rita Molaison; 12 grandchildren, Shirley Cortez, 
Cammie Guidry, Alton Andras Jr., Jamie Andras, Jennifer Chiasson, Gerard Thiboaux, Allen 
Thibodaux, Eric Thibodaux, Mindy Martinez, Joseph Kraemer, Thomas Kraemer and Emily 
Faucheux; and 18 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Allen Thibodaux; parents, Paul Ordoyne and Ida 
Tabor Ordoyne; two sons, Paul and Ernest Thibodaux; and brother, Eddie Ordoyne.

She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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CHERAMIE, KRISTY 

Kristy Griffin Cheramie, 41, a native of Cut Off and resident of Galliano, died Thursday, 
Dec. 29, 2011.

Mass will be held at 10 a.m. today at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with burial in Cheramie 
Cemetery.

She is survived by her husband of 15 years, Dean Cheramie; her father, Charles Griffin; 
son, Gunnar M. Cheramie; brother, Kenny Griffin and wife, Pam; and sister, Lauri Griffin.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Louella Terrebonne Griffin.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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GANGL, JASON 

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Jason Robert Gangl, 35, a native of Woodland, Calif. and resident of Lockport, died at 4:50 
p.m. Monday, Dec. 26, 2011.

No services are scheduled.

He is survived by his wife, Tamara Gangl; his parents, Donald and Sandi Gangl, and Susan 
Cushman and Michael; son, Matthew Gangl; daughter, Kaitlyn Gangl; three brothers, Timothy 
and Joseph Gangl, and Samuel Cushman; and two sisters, Samantha and Alyssa Nunes.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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PICOU, JEANNE 

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Jeanne Marie Picou, 93, a native and resident of Morgan City, died Friday, Dec. 23, 2011 at 
her residence.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in 
Morgan City. Mass will be held at 1 p.m. today at the church, with procession to Morgan 
City Cemetery.

She is survived by three daughters, Catherine Bourdier of Morgan City, Dianne Richardson 
and husband, Sid, of Texas, and Nell Lamury and husband, Lee, of Berwick; one son, David 
"Doc" Picou and wife, Rose of Morgan City; and 17 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, 
six great-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, George A. Picou Sr.; son, George A Picou Jr. and 
wife, Shirley; parents, Taylor and Marie Kiff; brothers, Edville Plessala Jr. and Hughes 
Kiff; and sisters, Lumina P. Thevenot, Luella K. Rody and Wilma K. Alpha.

Jeanne belonged to many groups, she was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and 
the Catholic Daughters of Americas. She was also a member of the Come Lord Jesus and a 
Eucharistic minister. She would often bring communion to the sick and was devoted and 
active member of her church. Jeanne and her husband were the caretakers of Avoca Island 
Duck Club. Tending to the members needs and showing their hospitality were very important 
to them. Jeanne later was the manager of the Avoca Island Duck Club for many years after 
her husband's passing. She loved hunting, fishing, cooking and outdoor activities.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great-great-grandmother. 
Jeanne left lasting impressions on everyone she met and will truly be missed by all.

Twin City Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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TERREBONNE, RODNEY, SR. 

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Rodney "P.T." Terrebonne Sr., 74, a native and resident of Golden Meadow, died at 10:13 
p.m. Thursday, Dec. 29, 2011.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time today at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic 
Church in Golden Meadow. Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at the church, with 
burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by three sons, Toby J. Terrebonne and wife, Jeannie, Rodney J. Terrebonne 
Jr. and wife, Torey, and Brent J. Terrebonne; three daughters, Dianell T. Trahan and 
husband, Farrell, Rebecca T. Becker and husband, Bryan Scott, and Shelly A. Terrebonne; 
brother, Maurice "Mike" Terrebonne; sister, Irene T. Kern; 11 grandchildren, Erica C. Jelks 
and husband, Jamie, Timmy D. Callais Jr., Sandy M. Trahan, Jay A. Trahan, Lacey R. Trahan, 
Kristen R. Trahan, Rainie T. Stevens and husband, Mike, Amie Terrebonne, Bradley J. 
Terrebonne and wife, Kimberly, Joshua J. Terrebonne and Kayla Richardel; and six great-
grandchildren, Braxton Callais, Hampton Callais, Andrew "Drew" Rowe Jr., Maxim J. Danos, 
Bailey Orgeron and Kinsley Terrebonne.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Dianne St. Pierre Terrebonne; parents, 
Dominic and Natchel Cheramie Terrebonne; two brothers, Leo Terrebonne and Invy "Boon" 
Terrebonne; and six sisters, Gusta T. Adams, Earline T. Pitre, Elenor "Na Na" Terrebonne, 
Hazel T. Dupre, Genevieve T. Doucet and Leonise "Na Nan" Terrebonne.

He was a parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church. He was a member of Port 
Commission, Knights of Columbus, president of Louisiana Oyster Festival Association, Scout 
Master, and Admiral Blessing of the Fleet.

Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 31, 2011 to January 1, 2012

VANNOY, RUAL 

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Rual David "Dave" Vannoy, 80, retired from Union Carbide, entered into eternal rest on 
Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2011.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation from 9:30 a.m. to funeral time 
today at Bible Center Church, 421 Barton Avenue in Luling. Funeral services will be held at 
11 a.m. today at the church, with interment in St. Charles Mausoleum, Paul Maillard Road, 
Luling. Information: 504-366-4343.

He was the beloved husband of 15 years to Geraldine Brupbacher Vannoy; father of Yvonne 
Lynn d'Aquin (Donald), Rosemary Pohlman (Gary) and Donna Zeringue; stepfather of GayLynn 
Hines (Norman), Wade Hooper (Kim) and Lydia Lingle (Greg); grandfather of Le Ann, Daniel, 
Erin, Andrew (Amanda), Justin (Shay), Jennifer (Brian), Andrew (Cameron), Josiah (Megan), 
Julia, Scotty, Sanda, Jenna, Gared, David and Heather; great-grandfather of Luke, Ellie and 
Eva; and brother of Russell Vannoy.

Dave was preceded in death by his parents, Jessie Vannoy and Vernie Parson Vannoy; and 13 
brothers and sisters.

He owned Quality Air Condition and Heating. Dave served his country in the US Navy for four 
years while serving in the Korean Conflict. He was also a member of Bible Center Church in 
Luling.

MOTHE FUNERAL HOME of Marrero in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 31, 2011 to January 1, 2012

WILLIAMS, ROSE 

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Rose Dale Harris Williams, 74, a native of Montegut, died Friday, Dec. 23, 2011 in Kindred 
Hospital East Houston.

Funeral services were held Dec. 30 at The Christ Worship Center Church, 10902 East Freeway 
in Houston, with 
interment in Houston Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

Troy B. Smith Professional Services of Houston were in charge of arrangements.

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Published in Houma Today & The Daily Comet from December 31, 2011 to January 1, 2012

WILLIAMS, WAYNE 

Wayne Michael Williams, 27, a native and resident of Houma, died Thursday, Dec. 22, 2011.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to funeral time Monday at St. Peter Baptist Church in 
Montegut. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the church, with 
burial at Southdown Cemetery in Houma.

He is survived by his wife, Natasha Williams of Houma; parents, Sandra Williams and Wayne 
Smith, both of Houma; son, Jordan Johnson of Houma; stepchildren, Dwalon Johnson, Natasia 
Grant and Naterria Grant, all of Houma; brother, Herman Williams of Houma; and stepsister, 
Jordan Smith of Chauvin.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Pearl Ross, Ora Mae Dark, and Albert 
Williams.

He was Baptist.

Kennedy Funeral Home of Raceland is in charge of arrangements.

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